Multiple choice general knowledge

A seasoned athlete's heart beats faster than a normal person's heart when both are resting.

  1. True

  2. False
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B Correct answer
Explanation

This is false - a seasoned athlete's heart actually beats slower at rest, not faster. This is called 'athlete's heart' or athletic bradycardia. Regular cardiovascular training makes the heart more efficient, so it can pump more blood per beat. Athletes typically have resting heart rates of 40-60 bpm, compared to 70-80 bpm for non-athletes.

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