Within the first six months of beginning an exercise program about 50% of heart attack victims
a) have substantial weight gain.
b) have another heart attack
c) are re-hospitalized.
d) discontinue the program.
Ans: d) discontinue the program.
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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