Irving, who is 78 years old, takes human growth hormone supplements to regain the

strength of his youth. He may be disappointed, because the hormone has been shown
only to

A) make him urinate more often.
B) decrease fat and increase muscle mass, but not improve strength.
C) increase his risk of cancer.
D) increase the red blood cell supply.


B

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