The __________, along with women's reduced risk taking and physical aggression, are believed to be responsible for the female advantage in average life expectancy.

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The protective value of the extra X chromosome is believed to be responsible for the female advantage in average life expectancy. This is because the X chromosome contains many genes related to immune function, which may provide a protective effect against various diseases and infections. Moreover, gender difference in alcohol consumption, gender difference in preventive health care, and protective value of the extra Y chromosome are not significant factors that explain the female advantage in average life expectancy.

The __________, Along with Women's Reduced Risk Taking and Physical