Which of the following statements regarding blood pressure is false?
A) High blood pressure can lead to an enlarged and weakened heart,increased risk of heart attack,stroke,and kidney failure.
B) The higher number in a blood pressure reading measures the force of a heart contraction.
C) Normal blood pressure for adult humans is usually at or below 120/80.
D) Hypertension is defined as persistent systolic pressure above 120 and/or diastolic above 80.
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