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

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


Answer: B

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