Muscular dystrophy is characterized by

A. decreased size of muscle fibers.
B. replacement of muscle tissue by connective tissue.
C. hypertrophy of muscle tissue.
D. spastic contractions of muscles.
E. chronic muscle pain.


Answer: B

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