Which of the Following Statements Is True

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true?

• A) The risk of developing hypertension decreases as a person grows older.
• B) "Deli" meats, such as bologna and ham, are rich sources of potassium and poor sources of sodium.
• C) Approximately one-third of adult Americans have hypertension.
• D) A blood pressure reading of 165/90 mm Hg is within the normal range.

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