Older people are at increased risk for heat-related illnesses because:
A) they are more likely to have chronic medical conditions that interfere with normal heat regulation.
B) they have proportionately higher metabolic heat production when compared to younger adults.
C) they are often taking beta adrenergic agonists, which can lessen a tachycardic response to heat.
D) they acclimatize more rapidly than younger adults, which results in faster heat production.
Answer: A) they are more likely to have chronic medical conditions that interfere with normal heat regulation.
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