Why does the current rise in the obesity rate reflect cultural rather than genetic influences?
A) The rise in the prevalence of obesity has been largely confined to North America.
B) The increase began only very recently.
C) The increase has occurred very rapidly.
D) The increase in the obesity rate has occurred in a number of places in the world.

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The rapid increase in obesity rates suggests cultural influences, as genetic changes occur over much longer periods.

Why Does the Current Rise in the Obesity Rate Reflect