Which of the Following Statements Is False

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is false?

• A)Women generally have the highest risk of osteoporosis after menopause.
• B)Efforts to reduce the risk of osteoporosis should begin early in life.
• C)People with African ancestry have a higher risk of osteoporosis than people with Asian or white ancestry.
• D)Calcium is needed for muscle contraction and blood clot formation.

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A hormone produced by the stomach that stimulates appetite and signals the body to consume food.

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Ghrelin

A hormone produced by the stomach that stimulates hunger and increases food intake.

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