Which Characteristic Is Most Closely Associated with an Increased Probability

question 169

Multiple Choice

Which characteristic is most closely associated with an increased probability of heart disease?

• A) hostility
• B) happiness
• C) fearfulness
• D) boredom

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Definitions:

Conjugated

Compounds that are linked or coupled, especially in the context of organic chemistry or biochemistry, such as conjugated proteins.

Neurotransmitter

Chemical substances that transmit signals across a synapse from one neuron to another target neuron, muscle, or gland.

Half-Life

Time it takes for one-half of an administered substance to be lost through biological processes.

Endocrine System

A collection of glands that produce hormones which regulate metabolism, growth and development, tissue function, and mood.