Question

Which of the following can be correctly inferred from the statements above?

• A. Individuals who are underweight do not run any risk of developing high levels of cholesterol in the bloodstream.
• B. Individuals who do not exercise regularly have a high risk of developing high levels of cholesterol in the bloodstream late in life.
• C. Exercise and weight reduction are the most effective methods of lowering bloodstream cholesterol levels in humans.
• D. A program of regular exercise and weight reduction lowers cholesterol levels in the bloodstream of some individuals.
• E. Only regular exercise is necessary to decrease cholesterol levels in the bloodstream of individuals of average weight.

Answer 1

The correct option is D A program of regular exercise and weight reduction lowers cholesterol levels in the bloodstream of some individuals.

Option: (d)
Premises are: 1.Increase in HDL lowers cholesterol. 2. Levels of HDL of some individuals are increased by regular exercise and weight reduction.
Inference should support BOTH the premises. This option supports both the premises