Which of the following statements regarding the effect of age on the results of an NCS is true?
A) Values for children under age 7 are about twice the values of adults.
B) Values decline about 1 to 2 meters per second for each decade over age 60.
C) Age has a minimal effect on values in children and adults.
D) Normal adult values are not achieved until after age 18.

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Age does have an effect on NCS values, with a decline of about 1 to 2 meters per second for each decade over age 60. Option A is incorrect as values for children under age 7 are actually lower than those of adults. Option C is also incorrect as age does have an effect on values. Option D is incorrect as normal adult values can be achieved before age 18.

Which of the Following Statements Regarding the Effect of Age