What Is the Main Explanation for the Difference in Basal

question 106

Multiple Choice

What is the main explanation for the difference in basal metabolic rates between males and females of the same body weight?

• A)Males are usually taller than females
• B)Females have lower levels of thyroid hormones
• C)Males have a higher percentage of lean body mass
• D)Females have a lower percentage of adipose tissue

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Definitions:

Schizophrenia

A mental disorder characterized by disturbances in thought, perception, and behavior, with symptoms that may include delusions, hallucinations, and disorganized speech.

Antipsychotic Medication

Drugs used to manage psychosis, including schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, by reducing or eliminating symptoms such as hallucinations and delusions.

Auditory Hallucinations

Experiencing sounds, most commonly voices, without an external stimulus, often associated with psychiatric disorders like schizophrenia.

Hypertension

A chronic medical condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently elevated, often leading to serious health issues.