Which of the following is true?

A. Arteriosclerosis is an abnormal thickening and hardening of arterial walls.
B. Arteriosclerosis is a form of atherosclerosis.
C. In atherosclerosis, only lipids are deposited on the inner walls of the arteries.
D. None of the above is true.


Answer: A

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