Ruth and Gerald Are a Married Couple

question 89

Multiple Choice

Ruth and Gerald are a married couple. Both are in their late 60s. It is likely that as they get older, ________.

• A) both Ruth and Gerald will get shorter
• B) Gerald will get shorter, but Ruth will not get shorter
• C) Ruth will get shorter, but Gerald will not get shorter
• D) only if Ruth or Gerald has osteoporosis, he or she will get shorter

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