If you randomly meet 100 people today,how many will have a lifetime episode of major depression?

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According to the National Institute of Mental Health, major depression affects approximately 16.2 million adults in the U.S. each year, which is about 6.7% of the adult population. If we assume this prevalence rate is consistent globally, then out of 100 randomly selected people, we can expect about 6-7 individuals to have current major depression and another 6-7 to have a lifetime history of major depression. Therefore, based on probability, the best choice would be B) 16.

If You Randomly Meet 100 People Today,how Many Will Have