Which Statement About the Effects of Aging on the Endocrine

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which statement about the effects of aging on the endocrine system is false?

• A) Levels of hormones decline with age.
• B) Estrogen and testosterone decrease dramatically with aging.
• C) The increase of estrogen and testosterone cause osteoporosis.
• D) Some hormone levels remain high but target tissue may lose their sensitivity.

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