Question

Life expectancy is defined as the average number of additional years a person could expect to live if current mortality trends were to continue for the rest of that person's life. It is a standard indicator for the level of socio-economic development. Based on the data given below, write an analytical paragraph, in about 120 words, analysing the projected life expectancy of men and women over a period of time and assessing the possible causes.

Projected Life Expectancy 2001-2015

Year	Age of Men	Age of Women
2001-2005	63.8	66.1
2006-2010	65.8	68.1
2011-2015	67.3	69.8
2016-2020	68.8	71.1
2021-2025	69.8	72.3

Answer 1

Analysing Increasing Life Expectancy Trends The data shows a positive trend in life expectancy for both men and women over the period 2001-2025. Men's life expectancy increased from 63.8 years in 2001-2005 to 69.8 years in 2021-2025, representing a 9.4% increase.

Similarly, women's life expectancy increased from 66.1 years to 72.3 years, representing a 9.38% increase.

Possible causes for this enhancement could include:

• Improved healthcare: Longer lifespans can be attributed to advancements in medical technology, improved healthcare access, and the development of novel medicines.
• Better living standards: Improved nutrition, better housing, and safer working conditions have all likely played a role in increased life expectancy.
• Increased awareness of healthy habits: In recent decades, there has been an increasing awareness of the value of healthy lifestyles, including food, exercise, and smoking cessation.