Question

an obese, adult male was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. which research evidence best supports this diagnosis? adults have a higher risk of developing unhealthy outcomes when they are obese. the prevalence of obesity tends to decrease from youth to adulthood. a decrease in sugar intake will result in an increase in insulin resistance. adults who continually make poor eating choices have a lower risk of developing chronic diseases.

Explanation:

Obesity is a risk - factor for type 2 diabetes. Higher risk of unhealthy outcomes with obesity supports the diabetes diagnosis. Other options are incorrect facts. Decrease in sugar intake reduces insulin resistance, prevalence of obesity doesn't support the diagnosis here, and poor eating choices increase chronic disease risk.

Answer:

A. Adults have a higher risk of developing unhealthy outcomes when they are obese.