Carl, age 23, just had an athletic check-up. He was told that as he gets older his _____ heart rate will remain stable, but his _____ heart rate will decline.

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Resting heart rate refers to the number of times the heart beats per minute when a person is at rest, while maximum heart rate refers to the maximum number of times the heart can beat per minute during exercise. As a person ages, their resting heart rate tends to remain stable, but their maximum heart rate gradually declines due to a decrease in aerobic capacity. Therefore, choice A is the correct answer.

Carl, Age 23, Just Had an Athletic Check-Up