A Primary Function of Macronutrients in the Body Is To

question 29

Multiple Choice

A primary function of macronutrients in the body is to:

• A) supply energy.
• B) regulate metabolic processes.
• C) maintain homeostasis.
• D) control cellular activity.

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Definitions:

Allocative Efficiency

A state of the economy in which resources are apportioned in a way that maximizes the overall benefit to society.

Productive Efficiency

A situation where an economy or a production entity cannot produce more of one good without sacrificing production of another good and by using the least costly production techniques.

Long-Run Adjustments

The process by which firms adjust their production levels, input mixes, and operations to reflect changes in the market or economic conditions over a longer period.

Allocative Efficiency

A state of the economy in which production represents consumer preferences; in other words, every good or service is produced up to the point where the last unit provides a utility level equal to the cost of producing it.