Who Is Least Likely to Be Diagnosed with Osteoporosis

question 29

Multiple Choice

Who is least likely to be diagnosed with osteoporosis?

• A) Debbie, a 60-year-old woman who runs one marathon every other year, doesn't smoke, and is small-framed.
• B) Raymond, an 85-year-old man who has never exercised and doesn't like milk or cheese.
• C) Andrew, a 70-year-old man who is fairly active but drinks alcohol to excess about every other week.
• D) Rhonda, a 65-year-old woman who exercises frequently, smokes cigarettes, and has an identical twin with osteoporosis.

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