In order to enjoy their upcoming skiing trip, your family has gathered information about risk factors for high-altitude illnesses. Contributing factors that could make altitude illness worse include:

a. a history of angina.
b. a diet that is high in carbohydrates.
c. the lack of regular exercise.
d. COPD.


Answer: b

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