The function of high-density lipoprotein is to:
a. transport cholesterol and lipids to the liver for breakdown and elimination.
b. increase the amount of low-density lipoproteins in the blood.
c. provide the energy to maintain ratio of LDL to HDL.
d. provide lipids to the tissues to maintain body oils.
a
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A. Posting findings at the main researcher's personal website B. Collecting data and analyzing results C. Making observations and formulating a hypothesis D. Submitting an article describing the study to a peer-reviewed journal
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