Which of the Following Statements Is Accurate About Physical Development

question 87

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is accurate about physical development during middle adulthood?

• A) During middle adulthood, reaction time decreases, whereas bone density increases.
• B) During middle adulthood, the basal metabolic rate increases, whereas lean-body mass increases.
• C) During middle adulthood, lung capacity decreases, whereas body mass index increases.
• D) During middle adulthood, lung capacity increases, whereas reaction time decreases.

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