In the CARDIA study that followed 18- to 30-year-olds into middle age, those who were the least fit
suffered no ill effects later as long as they started to exercise regularly.
were four times as likely to have diabetes and high blood pressure 15 years
later.
were six times as likely to have breast cancer and diabetes 20 years later.
were eight times as likely to be seriously obese and suffer from knee and joint
problems later.
were four times as likely to have diabetes and high blood pressure 15 years
later.
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a. lowball technique b. obedience effect c. authority effect d. highball technique
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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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