Your psychology professor states that a woman born today in Nepal can be expected to live to be only about 53 years old.Your professor is describing the _______________ of Nepalese women.

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Life expectancy is the average number of years a population is expected to live. In this scenario, the professor is stating that Nepalese women have a life expectancy of 53 years, meaning on average they are expected to live until age 53. Choice A (longevity) refers to the length of an individual's lifespan, while choice B (functional age) refers to how well someone is aging in terms of physical and cognitive functioning.

Your Psychology Professor States That a Woman Born Today in Nepal