A 40 year old is diagnosed with skin cancer.It is explained that the most important risk factor for skin cancer is:
A) amount of direct sun exposure at a young age.
B) amount of sun exposure over age 50.
C) lifetime amount of sun exposure.
D) living in equatorial regions where the sun is most intense.

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The most important risk factor for skin cancer is the amount of direct sun exposure at a young age, as early exposure can lead to DNA damage that accumulates over time.

A 40 Year Old Is Diagnosed with Skin Cancer