An estimated ________ of adults older than 50 have atrophic gastritis, making them vulnerable to B12 deficiency.

a. 30 to 40%
b. 5 to 10%
c. 40 to 50%
d. 50 to 75%
e. 10 to 30%


Answer: e. 10 to 30%

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