If a student group goes on hunger strike and drinks water but does not eat any food for 4 days, they are likely to
a. feel colder than usual.
b. have increased mental acuity.
c. sleep for shorter periods of time.
d. develop fluid overload.
Answer: a. feel colder than usual.
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