If we know that Jon left school after the eighth grade and has been working as a janitor for the past 20 years, what research-based predictions could we make about his health status?

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Research has consistently shown that there is a strong correlation between lower socioeconomic status, including lower-paying jobs like janitorial work, and poor health outcomes such as shorter lifespan, higher rates of chronic disease, and higher rates of mortality. This may be due to a variety of factors, including limited access to healthcare, poor working conditions, and chronic stress related to financial insecurity. While option A may seem plausible due to the association between chronic stress and cortisol levels, it is not a well-established finding in this context. Option C is not accurate as lower-status jobs may not necessarily involve less stress - in fact, janitorial work may involve physical strain and exposure to hazardous materials. Option D is not relevant to Jon's health status.

If We Know That Jon Left School After the Eighth