Resting Energy Expenditure Is

question 29

Multiple Choice

Resting energy expenditure is

• A) the same as basal energy expenditure.
• B) slightly higher than basal energy expenditure.
• C) slightly lower than basal energy expenditure.
• D) more accurate for predicting energy needs than is basal energy expenditure.

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