Which of the following is not true of cholesterol?

A) For the best health, it is recommended that the LDL and HDL levels in the blood should be as low as possible.
B) A cholesterol level of greater than 200 mg/dl is associated with an increase in the likelihood of developing cardiovascular disease.
C) LDLs are molecules that transport cholesterol to the tissues for use by the cells.
D) HDLs are molecules that are transported to the liver for decomposition and removal from the body.
E) All of these are true of cholesterol.

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sierra nealey · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A, Explanation :  While it is important to keep LDL levels low, it is also important to maintain a healthy level of HDL cholesterol. HDL cholesterol can actually help remove LDL cholesterol from the bloodstream and lower the risk of cardiovascular disease.

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