Which of the Following Is True About Basal Metabolism

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about basal metabolism?

• A) It represents about 30% of total energy expenditure.
• B) It is energy expenditure to maintain a heartbeat, respiration, other basic functions, and daily activities.
• C) It represents about 60% to 75% of total calories used by a sedentary person during each day.
• D) It includes the energy used to digest food.

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Definitions:

Unequally

In a manner that is not equal or identical in status, amount, or value.

Respondents

Individuals who provide data or responses to a survey or questionnaire.

Occurrences

Instances or events that happen, often counted in statistical analyses to measure frequency; not specifically a key term without context, thus NO.

Observations

The recorded data or measurements obtained during an experiment or study.