A 60-year-old male presents to his physician complaining of chest pain. He is diagnosed with arteriosclerosis. This disease is caused by:
A. arterial wall thinning and weakening.
B. abnormally dilated arteries and veins.
C. abnormal thickening and hardening of vessel walls.
D. autonomic nervous system imbalances.
Answer: C. abnormal thickening and hardening of vessel walls.
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