Which theory holds that our bodies fight to maintain our weight within a particular narrow range?
A) hormone adjustment theory
B) set point theory
C) thrifty gene theory
D) adaptive thermogenesis theory
When a clinician measures a person's body fat by using x-rays to differentiate between bone, lean, and fat tissue, the process being used is the
A) skinfold method.
B) DXA method.
C) hydrostatic method.
D) BIA method.
Keith is having a complete fitness evaluation done at a health center. One of the measurements being taken is how much energy he expends while jogging on a treadmill, which is his
A) calorie intake.
B) basal metabolic rate.
C) exercise metabolic rate.
D) resting metabolic rate.
Allen has just eaten a large meal and pushes his plate away, unable to eat any more. He is experiencing
A) adaptive thermogenesis.
B) hunger.
C) appetite.
D) satiety.
Annie had a long day at work and has an overwhelming craving for pasta. She decides to ask her friend Nicole to meet her at their favorite Italian restaurant. Annie is experiencing
A) adaptive thermogenesis.
B) hunger.
C) appetite.
D) satiety.