What Is the Most Valid Criterion by Which to Judge

question 34

Multiple Choice

What is the most valid criterion by which to judge the effectiveness of a diet?

• A) Speed of weight loss
• B) Amount of weight lost
• C) Amount of fat lost
• D) Maintenance of weight loss afterward
• E) Amount of water lost

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