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五、問答題：閱讀以下治療指引並回答問题：(共15分)

(2) Explain the rationale for metformin being the preferred initial pharmacologic agent for the treatment of type 2 diabetes (T2DM) in terms of cardiovascular comorbid conditions, hypoglycemia risk, impact on weight, cost and risk for side effects, etc. (3 points)