Which of the following is NOT considered a change in the cardiovascular system that is due to aging?
A) 50% decrease in renal blood flow
B) decreased compliance (elasticity) of the aorta
C) decreased size of cardiac muscle cells (fibers)
D) an increase in maximum heart rate
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