Which of the Following Statements Is Evidence for the Set-Point

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is evidence for the set-point theory?

• A)At rest and during active times,energy expenditure is constant.
• B)The fat mass and obesity-associated (FTO)gene is common.
• C)Native American tribes have been exposed to cycles of feast and famine for centuries.
• D)Many people maintain a certain weight over long periods despite changes in energy intake.

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Definitions:

Culture

Encompasses the beliefs, customs, arts, and behaviors of a particular society, group, place, or time, forming the way of life for its people.

Beliefs

Shared ideas held collectively by people within a given culture.

Way of Life

The habits, behaviors, beliefs, and values that define how a person or group lives and interacts with their environment.

Culture Lag

The delay in cultural adjustments to changing social conditions.