What Is Currently Believed About the Risk for Developing Alzheimer

question 23

Multiple Choice

What is currently believed about the risk for developing Alzheimer disease?

• A)It is not directly related to genetic predisposition.
• B)It is higher among men than it is among women.
• C)It occurs less among Hispanics than in Asians.
• D)It doubles among those with an affected first-degree relative.

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