Asked by Hamdi Farah on May 26, 2024

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Which of the following is true of many overweight people?

A) They perform much lower than average in school.
B) They expend less energy than most other people do.
C) They became overweight as a reaction to anxiety or depression.
D) They have a smaller-than-average stomach.

Overweight People

Individuals having more body fat than is optimally healthy, generally measured by a body mass index (BMI) over the healthy range.

Depression

A common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how one feels, thinks, and acts, leading to feelings of sadness and/or a loss of interest in activities once enjoyed.

  • Understand the multiple factors contributing to obesity and how it correlates with genetics and energy expenditure.
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Kashmir JansenJun 01, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Many overweight people expend less energy than most other people do. This can be due to a variety of factors such as a sedentary lifestyle or a slower metabolism.