Which age-related change(s) occur(s) in the musculoskeletal system? (select all that apply.)
a. Increased bone density
b. Increased brittleness and fragility of bones
c. Decreased healing times
d. Decreased muscle mass
e. Tendon sclerosis
B, C, D, E
Age-related musculoskeletal changes include increased fragility, decreased healing times and muscle mass, and tendon sclerosis. Bone density usually decreases with aging.
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Match the growth and development theory with the appropriate theorist
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