Which of the following is not characteristic of aging at the tissue level?

A) Arterial walls become less elastic.
B) Injuries heal rapidly and more completely in older people.
C) Connective tissue experience reduced flexibility and elasticity.
D) Atherosclerosis develops.
E) Rate of red blood cell synthesis declines.

Atherosclerosis

A condition characterized by the hardening and narrowing of the arteries due to the buildup of plaque on artery walls, which can lead to cardiovascular diseases.

Arterial Walls

The layers of tissue that form the structure of arteries, responsible for maintaining blood pressure and flow.

Tissue Level

An organizational level in multicellular organisms where similar cells form tissues to perform specific functions.