What Statement Regarding Risk Factors for Developing Vascular Disease Is

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Multiple Choice

What statement regarding risk factors for developing vascular disease is true?

• A) Cigarette smoking is more of a risk factor for lung disease than vascular disease.
• B) Advanced age,male gender,and family history are established risk factors for atherosclerosis.
• C) A sedentary lifestyle can contribute to developing diabetes if one has atherosclerosis.
• D) Arteriosclerosis is a natural part of the aging process.

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