The most accurate description of energy balance is:
a. an equality between energy consumption and expenditure with a constant weight.
b. a slight increase in energy consumption with a minimal weight gain.
c. an equal increase in weight gain and energy consumption.
d. a decrease in energy expenditure followed by a proportional increase in weight.
Ans: a. an equality between energy consumption and expenditure with a constant weight.
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