Which of the following statements is evidence for the set-point theory?

A) The fat mass and obesity-associated (FTO) gene is common.
B) At rest and during active times, energy expenditure is constant.
C) Native American tribes have been exposed to cycles of feast and famine for centuries.
D) Many people maintain a certain weight over long periods despite changes in energy intake.


D

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