Which one of the following instructions for monitoring your exercise heart rate is correct?
A) Count your pulse for one minute.
B) Press firmly on the carotid artery.
C) Use your thumb, not one or more of your fingers.
D) Count the pulse for 15 seconds and multiply by 4.

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Counting the pulse for 15 seconds and multiplying by 4 gives an estimate of the heart rate per minute, which is a common and efficient method for monitoring exercise heart rate.

Which One of the Following Instructions for Monitoring Your Exercise