Which of the following statements about the effects of cardiovascular exercise on metabolism and body composition is FALSE?
A)It can slightly raise the metabolic rate for several hours after exercise.
B)The increase in muscle mass raises the metabolic rate.
C)It increases caloric expenditure and thus helps regulate body weight.
D)It can result in substantial weight gain due to increase in muscle mass.

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Cardiovascular exercise typically results in an increase in muscle endurance and cardiovascular health, but it is generally not associated with substantial weight gain due to muscle mass. In fact, it can aid in weight loss or weight maintenance by increasing caloric expenditure and raising the metabolic rate. Therefore, statement D is false.

Which of the Following Statements About the Effects of Cardiovascular