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A. an uncontrollable risk factor for cardiovascular disease, and a disease itself.
B. a controllable risk factor for cardiovascular disease, and a disease itself.
C. an end result of cardiovascular disease.
D. a side effect of cardiovascular disease.


Answer: B

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