Millie Has Always Struggled with Her Weight

question 63

Multiple Choice

Millie has always struggled with her weight. During a recent physical examination, her doctor recommended that she lose 30 pounds. What is the most probable reason that Millie is overweight?

• A)She is highly sensitive to external cues for hunger.
• B)She is highly sensitive to internal cues for hunger.
• C)She is relatively insensitive to external cues for hunger.
• D)She is relatively insensitive to internal cues for hunger.

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