A national longitudinal survey of Canadian children from 1994 to 2002 found that as the ________ increased, child obesity rates declined.

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The income level of the neighbourhood is the best choice because it indicates the socioeconomic status of the community. Higher-income neighbourhoods are more likely to have access to healthier food options, safe and well-maintained public spaces for physical activity, and lower levels of stress, which can all contribute to lower obesity rates among children.

A National Longitudinal Survey of Canadian Children from 1994 to 2002