James was diagnosed with atherosclerosis, which is:___________a) a condition in which oxygen levels in the blood are reduced. b) a buildup of plaque in the lining of an artery. c) an inadequate number of red blood cells. d) severe chest pain caused by restricted blood flow.
A build up of plaque in the lining of an artery.Plaque is made up of fat, cholesterol, calcium, and other substances found in the blood. Over time, plaque hardens and narrows your arteries