Which of the Following Is a Metabolic Consequence of Obesity

question 71

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a metabolic consequence of obesity that precedes type 2 diabetes?

• A) subcutaneous fat
• B) insulin resistance
• C) thyroid insufficiency
• D) hypothalamic impedance
• E) islet cell pathology

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Definitions:

Natural Monopoly

A market situation where the most cost-efficient production level is achieved by a single firm due to high fixed or start-up costs, making it impractical for new entrants.

Marginal Cost

The change in total cost that arises when the quantity produced is incremented by one unit.

Output

The total amount of products or services produced by a company, industry, or economy within a specific period.

Price

The amount of money required to purchase a good or service; the value that must be exchanged to obtain a particular item.