Some psychologists prefer the term ________ to set point because set point does not account for the psychological factors that influence hunger.

A) basal metabolic weight
B) social influences
C) settling point
D) ecology of eating

The term "settling point" better reflects the idea that both physiological and psychological factors contribute to hunger and eating behavior, whereas "set point" implies a fixed physiological weight regulation system. "Basal metabolic weight" is not a commonly used term in this context. "Social influences" and "ecology of eating" are important factors to consider but they do not replace the need for a term that encompasses both physiological and psychological influences on hunger.