Which combination yields the lowest risk of cardiovascular disease?
A) Moderate total levels of cholesterol with a ratio of total cholesterol to HDL of more than 6 to 1
B) Moderate total levels of cholesterol with a 3.5 to 1 ratio of total cholesterol to LDL
C) Low levels of total cholesterol with a ratio of total cholesterol to HDL of less than 4.5 to 1
D) Low total levels of cholesterol with a 3.5 to 1 ratio of LDL to total cholesterol
Question 2
With regard to serum cholesterol levels and risk of heart disease among middle-aged people, research suggests that
A) cholesterol level may not be a risk factor for cardiovascular disease.
B) total cholesterol to HDL ratio may be more important than total cholesterol.
C) low-density lipoproteins may protect people against cardiovascular disease.
D) maintaining a high ratio of total cholesterol to HDL is most desirable.
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