What Is the Absolute Total Caloric Expenditure of 5

question 46

Multiple Choice

What is the absolute total caloric expenditure of 5.0 lb of body weight?

• A)17,500 kcal
• B)8750 kcal
• C)3500 kcal
• D)17.5 kcal

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