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A weight gain of 11-18 pounds doubles the risk for
 
  A) colon cancer.
  B) type 2 diabetes.
  C) arthritis.
  D) osteoporosis.

Question 2

Middle-age weight gain is attributed to all of the following factors EXCEPT
 
  A) slower BMR.
  B) less physical activity.
  C) age-related muscle loss.
  D) age-related appetite increase.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

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Answer: D





 

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