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What figures are indicative of hypertension?
  1. Pulse pressure of 40 mm Hg
  2. Diastolic blood pressure of 80 mm Hg
  3. Systolic blood pressure of 140 mm Hg
  4. Mean arterial pressure of 93 mm Hg
Explanation
Answer: C - A systolic blood pressure of 140 mm Hg is indicative of hypertension. Hypertension, or high blood pressure, causes the burden on the heart to increase. Hypertension can be a result of many factors, but can often be positively affected by diet and fitness levels.
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