What would the high-end target heart beat range be for a 50-year-old trying to engage in aerobic exercise?
A) 162 beats per minute
B) 153 beats per minute
C) 144 beats per minute
D) 135 beats per minute

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The high-end target heart rate range for a 50-year-old engaging in aerobic exercise would be around 70-85% of their maximum heart rate, which is estimated as 220 minus their age (220-50=170). Therefore, the target range would be between 119 and 145 beats per minute. Option B) falls within this range, making it the best choice. Options A), C), and D) are either too high or too low for this age group.

What Would the High-End Target Heart Beat Range Be for a 50-Year-Old