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luvbio

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on: Aug 6, 2018
Being fit significantly reduces your mortality risk, regardless of the percentage of body fat you have.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Which of the following best illustrates the principle of water displacement?
 
  A) Denser objects sink while lighter objects float.
  B) Fat contains more water than lean tissue.
  C) Muscle is a better conductor of an electrical current than fat.
  D) Body weight is the sole factor determining how much a person weighs underwater.


kkenney

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Reply #1 on: Aug 6, 2018
Answer to Question 1

TRUE

Answer to Question 2

A


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