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Which one of the following statements is correct regarding blood pressure?

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130/90 mm Hg is considered high and requires treatment
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100/ 55 mm Hg is considered an ideal blood pressure
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105/50 mm Hg makes one very active
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190/110 mm Hg may harm vital organs like brain and kidney
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The correct option is D 190/110 mm Hg may harm vital organs like brain and kidney
If repeated checks of blood pressure of an individual are 140/90 or higher, it shows hypertension or high blood pressure. It leads to heart diseases and also affects vital organs like brain and the kidney.

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