In Older Adulthood, Adults Become More Likely to Develop a Specific

question 90

Multiple Choice

In older adulthood, adults become more likely to develop a specific type of arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, which is classified as a(n) ______________ disease.

• A) digestive
• B) cardiovascular
• C) respiratory
• D) autoimmune

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