Question

Smoking accelerates declines in cardiovascular capacity ________. in early adulthood at any age in late adulthood in old age

Answer 1

The correct answer is at any age

Smoking at any age declines individuals' cardiovascular capacity. Nicotine (a chemical in cigarettes) has a negative effect on cardiovascular functioning. Smokers typically are unable to to push themselves and maintain good endurance during cardiovascular and aerobic exercise (such as running, jogging, bicycling, etc.).