Which statement regarding the elderly and age as predisposing factor to disease is false?

A. General body function is reduced as people age.
B. Aging changes normal body function.
C. As people live longer they become more susceptible to disease.
D. All organs have the ability to regenerate so they work better as one gets older.


Answer: D

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