Mimi, Who Weighs 180 Pounds, Is Trying to Figure Out

question 52

Multiple Choice

Mimi, who weighs 180 pounds, is trying to figure out a reasonable daily calorie level that will help her lose weight. You suggest she apply the "10-calorie rule," which would mean she should aim for _____ calories a day to begin with, and switch to _____ calories a day after she loses 10 pounds.

• A) 2000; 1700
• B) 1800; 1700
• C) 1800; 1900
• D) 1600; 1800

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