What Is a Feature of the Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)

question 95

Multiple Choice

What is a feature of the basal metabolic rate (BMR) ?

• A)Fever decreases the BMR.
• B)Fasting increases the BMR.
• C)Pregnancy increases the BMR.
• D)Females have a higher BMR than males on a body weight basis.
• E)Strength training decreases BMR while endurance training increases it.

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