Data concerning coronary artery disease (CAD)and specific risk factors have demonstrated
A) a low correlation of modifiable risk factors to CAD.
B) the onset of CAD in middle age.
C) an association between development of specific risk factors and CAD.
D) no decisive correlation between risk factors and CAD.

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Research and epidemiologic data collected during the past 50 years have demonstrated a strong association between specific risk factors and the development of CAD.In general, CAD symptoms are seen in persons age 45 years and older.Primary cardiovascular risk factors are different in men and women, with women having higher rates of diabetes and hypertension compared with men.

Data Concerning Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)and Specific Risk Factors Have