Rocco has been overweight since childhood. He diets frequently and can lose weight, but always seems to gain it back because he is unable to control his eating. Rocco may have a problem with his __________.

A. catecholamine level
B. thyroid gland
C. pituitary gland
D. limbic system


Answer: B

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