Which of the Following Statements Regarding the Use of Anabolic/androgenic

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding the use of anabolic/androgenic steroids (AAS) is FALSE?

• A) Although research indicates that AAS will increase muscle size, no studies have found improvement in muscle strength
• B) There are some approved medical applications of AAS,
• C) Athletes as young as middle school students (age 9-13) have been reported to use AAS as a means to enhance sport performance
• D) AAS are a class of drugs designed to mimic the effects of testosterone, but maximizing the anabolic effects and minimizing the androgenic effects
• E) Use of AAS over prolonged periods has been associated with numerous health risks, including increased risk of cardiovascular disease

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