Signs of wear and tear on the body as the result of aging include all of the following except
a. Replaced knees
b. Use of a walker
c. Slow gait
d. Chronic diseases
D
As part of the normal aging process, the body shows signs of use—wear and tear. Among these signs is decreased cartilage causing the need for knee replacement, slower movement, and possible use of a walker because of decreased bone mass and reduced muscle strength. Response D is incorrect. Many older people do not have chronic diseases, and chronic diseases are not inevitable with age.
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