If More Calories Are Ingested in Food Than Are Expended

question 66

Multiple Choice

If more calories are ingested in food than are expended by metabolism

• A)a person will gain weight.
• B)a person will lose weight.
• C)a person will stay the same weight because the excess energy is destroyed.
• D)whether weight is gained or lost depends upon whether the calories are in the form of proteins,carbohydrates,or fat.

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