The Pimas are a group of people living in the southwestern United States and Mexico. Although Pima Indians living in the United States and Mexico have a similar genetic background, a five-fold increase in the incidence of type II diabetes mellitus among U.S. Pima has been reported. The body mass index of Mexicans of non-Pima descent, Mexicans of Pima descent, and Pimas living in the United States is shown in the figure. Based on this information and the graph, what can you infer about the incidence of type II diabetes mellitus?

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The graph shows that as the body mass index (BMI) increases, the incidence of type II diabetes mellitus also increases. This suggests that obesity is a risk factor for the development of this condition. It is important to note that maintaining a healthy BMI may reduce the risk, but it does not guarantee that one will not develop type II diabetes. Additionally, the graph does not provide information on changes in the incidence of type II diabetes over time or the age of diagnosis.

The Pimas Are a Group of People Living in the Southwestern