Case summary:
Geoff loves weight training and has bulging biceps with six-packs ‘abs’. So, a special mix was offered by one of his gym buddies for helping him out with his training.
Characters in the case:
Geoff and his gym buddy.
Adequate information:
Geoff is a gym freak but when his friend offered him a special mix he decides not to accept this offer. Because, he thinks that the mix might have growth hormone.
To determine:
The side effects of growth hormone on an adult.
Given information:
Geoff rejected the offer of special mix which was given by one of his gym buddies as he thinks there might be growth hormone in the mix. So, it is a bad idea for gaining weight.
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