According to the "set-point theory," a person's ________.

A. body fat level is genetically determined and difficult to alter
B. body weight is influenced primarily by environmental factors
C. saturated fat intake strongly influences the rate at which he or she loses weight
D. metabolic rate remains the same, regardless of environmental or physical factors


Answer: A

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