Which concepts are the basis of the error theories of aging? (Select all that apply.)
a. The rate of aging is related to the rate of living.
b. Aging is a result of purposeful events go-verned by genetic structure.
c. External events cause damage to cells.
d. The organism becomes immune to the body's restorative processes.
e. Cumulative damage causes organ mal-function.
A, C, E
Aging is a result of progressive damage to cells, which results in organ failure or error.
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