Which of the following is true regarding the mechanisms by which energy balance is regulated?

a.) Lower levels of ghrelin will increase satiety.
b.) As fat stores increase, adipose tissue produces less leptin.
c.) Gastric distention is not a significant factor regulating satiation.
d.) Leptin plays a significant role in the process of short-term satiation.


Ans: a.) Lower levels of ghrelin will increase satiety.

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