If a Female Ate 100 Extra Calories Per Day in Excess

question 56

Multiple Choice

If a female ate 100 extra calories per day in excess of her needs, approximately how many days would it take her to gain one pound if energy expenditure remained constant?

• A) 7 days
• B) 14 days
• C) 1 month (30 days)
• D) 1 month + 1 week (35 days)
• E) 1 month + 2 weeks (42 days)

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Definitions:

Appendicular Skeleton

The portion of the skeleton that includes the bones of the upper and lower limbs, and the shoulder and pelvic girdles.

Sternum

The long, flat bone located in the center of the chest, also known as the breastbone.

Painful Inflammation

A bodily response to injury or infection, characterized by pain, redness, swelling, and sometimes loss of function.

Joint

A structure in the human or animal body at which two parts of the skeleton are fitted together, allowing for movement or flexibility.