Which of the Following Statements Regarding the Basal Metabolism Rate

question 169

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding the basal metabolism rate is TRUE?

• A) It is slightly higher for females than males.
• B) It drops most quickly during middle adulthood.
• C) It is the result of an increase in the ratio of lean body mass to fat.
• D) It is the minimum amount of energy an individual tends to use when in a resting state.

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