In Late Adulthood, Regular Exercise

question 70

Multiple Choice

In late adulthood, regular exercise

• A) is not as important as at earlier ages.
• B) increases the risk of heart attack.
• C) can greatly increase energy and fitness.
• D) is not desirable.

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