Which of the following statements about the physiological changes associated with aging is TRUE?
A) There is a 25 to 30 percent increase in kidney mass due to hypertrophy.
B) Impaired insulin use and glucose metabolism result in weight loss.
C) Decreased elasticity of the lung tissue results in a smaller lung volume.
D) Blood vessel walls thicken, reducing blood flow to end organs and causing blood pressure to rise.

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As we age, blood vessel walls thicken due to plaque buildup and loss of elasticity. This can reduce blood flow to end organs and cause blood pressure to rise due to increased resistance in the vessels. A, B, and C are all false statements.

Which of the Following Statements About the Physiological Changes Associated