Which of the following characteristics increases a person's risk of type 2 diabetes?

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Being overweight or obese is a major risk factor for type 2 diabetes. It increases the body's resistance to insulin and makes it more difficult for the body to regulate blood sugar levels.  Having northern European ancestry or being taller than average are not known risk factors for type 2 diabetes. Having a lower than average waist circumference may actually be a protective factor against type 2 diabetes, as abdominal obesity is more strongly associated with the condition than overall obesity.

Which of the Following Characteristics Increases a Person's Risk of Type