Some Researchers Believe That the Body Has Mechanisms to Keep

question 145

Multiple Choice

Some researchers believe that the body has mechanisms to keep your body weight within a small range. For example, if you began eating more calories than usual, your body may increase its energy expenditure to keep your weight within the range. This range is referred to as the body's ___________.

• A) mass index
• B) set point
• C) energy balance
• D) resistance point

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Definitions:

Per Capita

A method of distributing an intestate’s estate so that each heir in a certain class (such as grandchildren) receives an equal share.

Probate Judge

A Probate Judge oversees legal processes involving the distribution of a deceased person's estate, including the validation of wills and resolving contests and claims against the estate.

Intestacy Statutes

Laws that determine how a person's property will be distributed if they die without a will.

Bequest

A gift of personal property by will (from the verb to bequeath).