Why is the scientific method used to test theories?
To provide a safeguard that conclusions are likely valid. Each step has safeguards to protect against errors and the human tendency to overlook results that contradict expectations.
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A. meat and fish. B. peanut butter and jelly. C. fruits and vegetables. D. yogurt and margarine.
What is the function of the hormone calcitonin?
A) It decreases blood calcium levels after a calcium-rich meal. B) It stimulates the uptake of calcium into the bone. C) It reduces the amount of calcium absorbed through the small intestine. D) It does all of the above.
Calvin has had a genetic test that reveals he has the FTO gene. Which of the following is TRUE?
A) Calvin is genetically programmed to become obese. B) Calvin's genetic makeup is unusual: only about 5-10% of the U.S. population has this gene. C) Calvin can weaken the effects of this gene by engaging in regular physical activity. D) Calvin is genetically predisposed to have a stronger appetite than people without the FTO gene but also to have a stronger satiety response.
KL is 42 years of age and comes to your office for nutritional counseling. Your nutritional assessment data is as follows: HT: 5'7" WT: 180# 1.7018 m/170.18 cm, 81.818 kg Calculate the TEE for KL assuming KL is male and active
a. 2481.7 kcal b. 3036.7 kcal c. 2098.9 kcal d. 2634.8 kcal