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nautica902

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After several weeks of starvation, what proportion of the energy needs of the brain is supplied by -hydroxybutyrate and acetoacetate?
 A) one-fourth
  B) one-third
  C) one-half
  D) two-thirds

Question 2

The fed state of the fed-fast cycle lasts about how long and is characterized by secretion of which hormone?
 A) 1 hour/insulin
  B) 2 hours/insulin
  C) 3 hours/insulin
  D) 4 hours/insulin


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Reply #1 on: Aug 21, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

C


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Reply #2 on: Aug 21, 2018
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