With aging, the endocrine system experiences changes that can be diverse and interrelated. Which of the following statements accurately describes an effect of aging on the endocrine system and its hormones?
A) The action of water-soluble hormones on body cells increases.
B) The endocrine system's ability to regulate body activities decreases.
C) The response of body cells to hormones increases.
D) Hormones become more concentrated.
B
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The endocrine system's ability to regulate body activities decreases with aging. Choices A, C, and D are not true statements about aging and the endocrine system.
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