Question

the selection suggests that a person should consult a doctor before starting to do physical activities. what is the most likely reason for this suggestion?
a the government wants to help doctors improve their businesses.
b doctors are more likely to do physical activities than other people.
c people are required by law to visit a doctor before beginning any kind of exercise regimen.
d people should make sure they do not have underlying medical issues that could worsen from exercise.
there are many health benefits to being active for people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. however, you should consult your physician before starting a new activity program. if you havent been active in a while, start slowly and build up. do what you can. remember, some physical activity is better than none.

Explanation:

• Option A: There is no indication in the text that the government's intention is to help doctors' businesses. This is an unfounded assumption.
• Option B: The text does not compare doctors' likelihood of doing physical activities with others. This is irrelevant to the reason for consulting a doctor.
• Option C: The text does not mention any legal requirement. This is a false claim.
• Option D: Consulting a doctor before starting physical activities makes sense as doctors can check for underlying medical issues that could be aggravated by exercise. This aligns with the health - related context of the passage.

Answer:

D. People should make sure they do not have underlying medical issues that could worsen from exercise.