Question

high levels of cholesterol can first lead directly to ______. a. strokes b. arteriosclerosis c. heart attacks d. heart failure please select the best answer from the choices provided. ∘ a ∘ b ∘ c ∘ d

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Strokes are often a later consequence of blocked blood flow, not the direct first effect of high cholesterol.
• Option B: Arteriosclerosis (hardening/narrowing of arteries) occurs directly as high cholesterol leads to plaque buildup in arteries, starting the process.
• Option C: Heart attacks result from blocked arteries (after arteriosclerosis progresses), not the first direct effect.
• Option D: Heart failure is a late - stage result of long - term heart issues, not direct from high cholesterol initially.

Answer:

B. arteriosclerosis