Which of the following best describes the connection between cardiovascular disease and
age?
O A. As people age, their blood vessels become more elastic leading to less cardiovascular disease.
O B. As people age, the heart becomes more efficient with each pump, increasing cardiac output
O C. As people age, blood pressure decreases leading to more cardiovascular disease.
O D. As people age, plaque builds up in the arteries increasing vessel resistance, which leads to disease.