Which of the following is TRUE of a person's basal metabolic rate (BMR)?

A. BMR increases with age.
B. A low BMR is an advantage for long-term weight control.
C. It is determined largely by muscle mass.
D. BMR is hereditarily determined.


Answer: C

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