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How do you define life expectancy?

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The availability of basic amenities during the lifetime of a person
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Average age of the people of a country
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Average age of the population of a country, except the female population
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Average age till which the people of a country are expected to live
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The correct option is D Average age till which the people of a country are expected to live
Life expectancy is an important determinant of the human development of a country. In fact, the HDI considers life expectancy as one of its significant indicators. In general, life expectancy can be defined as the average age till which the people of a country are expected to live.

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