Which of the following statements about exercise in middle adulthood is true?
A) Nearly 40 percent of U.S. middle-aged adults are sedentary.
B) An important outcome of starting an exercise program is weight loss.
C) Regular exercise equips adults to handle stress more effectively.
D) Overweight adults are more likely than normal-weight adults to stick to group classes.
C
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