Jane and Jan have been best friends since they were four years old.Even though both women have married and are raising families, and Jane has moved 2000 miles away, they remain best friends.Research by Christakis and Fowler (2007)suggests that if Jane becomes obese, ____.

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According to the research by Christakis and Fowler (2007), obesity can spread through social networks. If Jane becomes obese, there is a 171% chance that her friend Jan, who is a close friend, will also become obese. Therefore, the correct answer is C. It is important to note that this is a correlation and not necessarily a causation, and that other factors may also be involved in the spread of obesity.

Jane and Jan Have Been Best Friends Since They Were