Which Statement Is a FALSE Statement Concerning Aging and Environmental

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which statement is a FALSE statement concerning aging and environmental factors?

• A) Some environments may retard the aging process.
• B) Some environments may speed up the aging process.
• C) The old adage "use it or lose it" seems true when applied to older individuals' physical and mental activities.
• D) Twin studies show that rate of aging is highly hereditary.

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