A patient has a fasting glucose level of 130 mg/dl, indicating:
a. normal levels
b. diabetes
c. hypoglycemia
d. pre-diabetes
Answer: b. diabetes
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Physical activity has been shown to increase steadily throughout adolescence
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false