A set point refers to ____

a. ?the weight that the body naturally seeks to maintain
b. ?ideal body weight for one’s age, gender, and body type
c. ?the number of calories needed to maintain one’s weight
d. ?the weight an individual would prefer to have


ANSWER:
a

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