Jen has fair skin, and both her mother and her aunt have been treated for skin cancer. This coming weekend, Jen and her friends are planning an all-day outdoor hike near a high-mountain lake; she expects there will be a mix of sun and shade on the trail and at the lakeshore beach. She is looking forward to the hike, but she wants to avoid getting a sunburn or any sun damage. Jen should do all of the following before leaving for the hike, EXCEPT

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Visiting a tanning salon will not protect Jen's skin but will actually increase her risk of skin damage and skin cancer. She should instead focus on the other options, such as checking the UV index, wearing a hat, and bringing sunscreen.

Jen Has Fair Skin, and Both Her Mother and Her