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A 65-year-old woman with newly confirmed primary hypertension has average home blood pressure readings of 158/96 mm Hg despite 3 months of diet and exercise changes. She has no diabetes, chronic kidney disease, or cardiovascular disease. Which of the following is the most appropriate first-line pharmacologic agent according to Hypertension Canada guidelines?

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