Question

select the correct answer.
which condition causes plaque to accumulate on the walls of the arteries, which makes them thicken and lose elasticity?
a. atherosclerosis
b. hypertension
c. osteoporosis
d. type-2 diabetes

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Atherosclerosis is the condition where plaque (fat, cholesterol, etc.) builds up in artery walls, causing thickening and loss of elasticity.
• Option B: Hypertension is high blood pressure, not directly about artery plaque buildup.
• Option C: Osteoporosis affects bones, not arteries.
• Option D: Type - 2 diabetes is about blood sugar regulation, not artery plaque accumulation.

Answer:

A. atherosclerosis