Marc, an Older Adult, Has an Exercise Program That Helps

question 109

Multiple Choice

Marc, an older adult, has an exercise program that helps him burn over 2,000 calories.. By doing this, he likely

• A) increases his life expectancy by about 50 percent.
• B) cuts his risk of adult-onset diabetes by as much as 30 percent.
• C) increases his risk of arthritis due to joint strain.
• D) increases his risk of asthma due to too much aerobic exercise.

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