A 45-year-old man has been diagnosed with metabolic syndrome. Which of the following characteristics would this man exhibit?
a. Blood pressure: 146/88 mm Hg
b. Waist measurement: 36 inches
c. HDL: 48 mg/dL
d. Triglycerides: 140 mg/dL
Answer: a. Blood pressure: 146/88 mm Hg
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