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A way to increase the basal metabolic rate is to:
 a. increase body mass that will increase the total energy expended on basal metabolic activities.
  b. engage in regular aerobic and resistance exercises that will increase lean muscle mass.
  c. maximize the thermic effect of food.
  d. sleep 8-9 hours at bedtime.

Question 2

A recommended behavior to lose a pound of excess body fat a week would be to:
 a. fast.
  b. decrease resting metabolic rate (RMR).
  c. increase water intake to 6-8 glasses a day.
  d. eliminate two granola bars containing 250 kcalories each.



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Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

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