An increase in the sensitivity of beta 1 adrenergic receptors affects cardiac contractility during maximal exercise, and therefore stroke volume, in older adults. A) Increase in the sensitivity of beta 1 adrenergic receptors B) Decrease in the sensitivity of beta 1 adrenergic receptors C) No change in the sensitivity of beta 1 adrenergic receptors D) Fluctuation in the sensitivity of beta 1 adrenergic receptors