Which Statement Is True About Physical Changes in Late Adulthood

question 90

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true about physical changes in late adulthood?

• A) Flexibility of the joints and ligaments increases.
• B) By age 60, 30 to 50 percent of muscle power has been lost.
• C) Muscle strength generally declines at a faster rate than in middle age.
• D) Weight gain is common after age 60 due to lean body mass.

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Definitions:

Asymptomatic Conditions

Health conditions that do not present any noticeable symptoms in the affected individual.

Musculoskeletal System

The organ system that enables humans and other animals to move using the muscular and skeletal systems, encompassing bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joints.

Prone

Lying flat, especially face downward; also refers to having a tendency or inclination towards something.

Supine

Supine denotes a position of lying on the back, face or front upward, commonly used in medical examinations or treatments.