Which of the Following Is Considered a Damage-Based Theory of Aging

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is considered a damage-based theory of aging?

• A) gene mutation theory
• B) planned obsolescence theory
• C) genetic control theory
• D) error theory

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