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 (made of fat, cholesterol, etc.) builds up in artery walls, thickening them and reducing elasticity.
• Option B: Hypertension is high blood pressure, not directly about arterial plaque accumulation.
• Option C: Osteoporosis affects bones (loss of density), not arteries.
• Option D: Type - 2 diabetes affects blood sugar regulation, not arterial plaque buildup in this specific way.

Answer:

A. atherosclerosis