Which of the following statements is true of back pain?
A) Adolescents have a 70%-80% incidence of back pain before the age of 20 years.
B) People aged between 20 and 30 years are more prone to developing chronic low back pain than others.
C) Males are more likely to suffer from low back pain than females.
D) Recurrent low back pain is caused exclusively by nerve root compression.
E) Recurrent low back pain is rare, following an episode of low back pain.

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Adolescents have a high incidence of back pain before the age of 20 years, with studies suggesting a range of 70%-80%. This high prevalence indicates that back pain is a common issue from a young age, contrary to the belief that it primarily affects older adults.

Which of the Following Statements Is True of Back Pain