Which of the Following Changes Occurs in an Aging Tendon

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following changes occurs in an aging tendon?

• A) There is an increase in collagen fibers
• B) The ability to turn over collagen increases
• C) The ability to add new collagen fibers decreases
• D) The size of the tendon is larger

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