Which of the Following Statements About the Fat Compartment and the Fat-Free

question 54

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the fat compartment and the fat-free compartment of the body is false?

• A) The fat compartment consists of stored triglycerides and support structures, while the fat-free compartment consists of muscle, water, and bone.
• B) The amount of energy stored in the fat compartment is genetically determined and unchangeable, while the amount of fat-free mass can be increased through exercise.
• C) Recommendations for body fat levels are: between 12 and 20% of total body weight for men and between 20 and 30% of total body weight for women.
• D) The proportions of fat mass and fat-free mass change throughout the life cycle.