Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. The relative risk of death from heart disease decreases by as much as 65% when the least and most active men and women are compared.
2. Short periods of intense activity do not compensate for hours of inactivity.
3. Exercise and physical activity are synonyms.
4. To obtain health benefits, one must do daily physical activity in one session rather than in multiple bouts.
5. The benefits of exercise extend beyond disease prevention.


1. TRUE
2. TRUE
3. False
4. Fals
5. TRUE

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