Troy's weight has always been around 180 pounds. When he gains a few pounds, he usually drops the extra weight relatively quickly but rarely drops below 180. Troy's ability to maintain a "standard" weight exemplifies which theory?

A) Adaptation
B) Basal metabolism
C) Set point
D) Environmental affect


C

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