The Normal Heart Rate is About _______ Beats Per Minute

Question

The normal heart rate is about _______ beats per minute.
A) 90
B) 120
C) 54
D) 72

Accepted Answer

The average normal heart rate for adults ranges from 60 to 100 beats per minute. However, the most commonly cited average is 72 beats per minute. Therefore, the best choice is D, as it falls within this range. Choices A, B, and C are all outside of the typical range for a normal resting heart rate.