Which of the Following Is TRUE

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is TRUE?

• A) Gender differences in the prevalence of hypertension are not seen.
• B) Women are more likely to suffer from hypertension than men.
• C) Hypertension is rare before age 50.
• D) African Americans have higher rates of hypertension than do whites.

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