Not Only Are Smokers More Likely to Develop Cardiovascular Disease

question 78

Multiple Choice

Not only are smokers more likely to develop cardiovascular disease but they are also four times more likely to ______________.

• A)develop bronchiolitis
• B)develop cavities
• C)die suddenly after a heart attack
• D)Have a chronic bladder infection

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