Compared with urban Americans, which statement is true of rural residents?
A) They are more likely to engage in preventive health behavior.
B) They are less likely to be exposed to occupational and environmental hazards.
C) They have a higher rate of chronic illness.
D) They rate their overall health status more favorably.

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Rural residents often have a higher rate of chronic illness due to factors like limited access to healthcare services, higher rates of poverty, and less availability of healthy food options and opportunities for physical activity.

Compared with Urban Americans, Which Statement Is True of Rural