Why do older people tend to feel cold?
A) There is a decrease in the amount of adipose tissue under the skin.
B) There is an increase blood flow to the skin, resulting in excess cooling.
C) Metabolic rate increases with age.
D) Keratinization decreases with age.

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The amount of adipose tissue in the subcutaneous layer decreases, resulting in increased and wrinkled skin that has a decreased ability to maintain body temperature. The person tends to feel cold.

Why Do Older People Tend to Feel Cold