Which statement best describes the set point theory?
a. The brain regulates body weight around a genetically predetermined level.
b. The brain regulates body weight around a hormonally predetermined level.
c. The activity level of an individual sets his or her weight at a certain point.
d. The eating level of an individual sets his or her weight at a certain point.
Question 2
Many people fail to lose weight on quickie diets because they:
a. secretly cheat and eat foods not on the diet.
b. they replace fat tissue with muscle tissue due to better nutrition.
c. slow down their metabolic rate and force their body into starvation mode.
d. all of these choices
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