Who is least likely to be diagnosed with osteoporosis?
A) Debbie, a 60-year-old woman who runs a marathon every year, never smoked, and has a large frame
B) Raymond, an 85-year-old man who is sedentary, and has several alcohol drinks each night
C) Andrew, a 75-year-old man who is fairly active but drinks alcohol to excess about every other week
D) Rhonda, a 65-year-old woman who exercises frequently, smokes cigarettes, and has a small frame

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Regular exercise and a larger frame are both factors that can increase bone density and decrease the risk of osteoporosis. Smoking and excessive alcohol consumption are both risk factors for osteoporosis, so options B, C, and D are less likely to be diagnosed with osteoporosis. However, option A has the best combination of protective factors and is therefore the least likely to be diagnosed with osteoporosis.

Who Is Least Likely to Be Diagnosed with Osteoporosis