Which of the Following Statements Describes a Risk Factor for High

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements describes a risk factor for high blood pressure?

• A) Three alcohol drinks per day increases the risk for developing high blood pressure.
• B) Most people are genetically sensitive to sodium and will develop high blood pressure from excess salt intake.
• C) Ninety-five percent of people under 50 years of age with high blood pressure respond favourably to low salt intake.
• D) Ninety-five percent of people with high blood pressure who restrict salt intake show a significant decrease in blood pressure.

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