Why Are Obese People at Greater Risk for Dehydration Than

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Multiple Choice

Why are obese people at greater risk for dehydration than lean people?

• A)Because adipose cells contain little water; fat is water repelling
• B)Because the metabolic rate of obese adults is slower than lean adults
• C)Because the rate of urine output of obese adults is higher than lean adults
• D)Because the thirst receptors of the hypothalamus do not function effectively

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Definitions:

Deductive Logic

Deductive logic is a method of reasoning from one or more statements (premises) to reach a logically certain conclusion, operating from the general to the specific.

Hypothesis

A proposed explanation made on the basis of limited evidence as a starting point for further investigation.

Participatory Action Research

A methodological approach in social research emphasizing collaboration between researchers and participants to solve a problem and effect real change.

Content Analysis

A research method involving analysis of texts.