Which of the Following Statements About Exercise in Middle Adulthood

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about exercise in middle adulthood is true?

• A) Nearly 40 percent of U.S. middle-aged adults are sedentary.
• B) An important outcome of starting an exercise program is weight loss.
• C) Regular exercise equips adults to handle stress more effectively.
• D) Overweight adults are more likely than normal-weight adults to stick to group classes.

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