Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Basal

question 82

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of the basal metabolic rate (BMR) ?

• A)It increases with age.
• B)It is independent of an individual's height.
• C)It is higher for children and pregnant women.
• D)It decreases with an increase in body mass.
• E)It is not affected by stress hormone levels.

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