Jim, Who Was 60, Couldn't Understand Why He Kept Slowly

question 203

Multiple Choice

Jim, who was 60, couldn't understand why he kept slowly gaining weight. He wasn't eating any more than usual, and he maintained his regular exercise routine. What explains his weight gain?

• A) His metabolism slowed down by a third between emerging and late adulthood.
• B) His intake of water was insufficient, so it was water weight gain.
• C) He really wasn't gaining weight; his height was decreasing.
• D) He took medication that increased his appetite.

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