Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding the Effect

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true regarding the effect of alcohol on body weight?

• A) Alcohol yields no energy, so it does not affect body weight.
• B) Alcohol is low in kcalories and has very little effect on body weight.
• C) Alcohol slows down the body's use of fat, causing more fat to be stored.
• D) Alcohol speeds up the body's metabolism and discourages the storage of body fat.
• E) Alcohol contains enzymes that convert protein to fat, encouraging the storage of body fat.

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Definitions:

Deadweight Loss

A loss of economic efficiency that occurs when equilibrium for a good or service is not achieved or is not achievable.

Per-Unit Tax

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Quantity Tax

A tax that is levied on a specific amount or quantity of a good or service, rather than on its value.

Lost Revenue

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