Which of the following effects of aging causes the elderly to be at greater risk of overheating in warm environments?
A) thinning of the epidermis of the skin
B) a decrease in the number of Langerhans cells
C) a decrease in melanocyte activity
D) a decrease in glandular activity
E) All of the answers are correct.

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Aging causes a decrease in glandular activity, particularly in sweat glands. This can result in a decreased ability to regulate body temperature by sweating, which can increase the risk of overheating in warm environments.

Which of the Following Effects of Aging Causes the Elderly