Kwame's parents are immigrants. As children, they suffered from long periods of food deprivation. As a result, they pressure Kwame to eat. This practice could

A) lead Kwame to establish a higher basal metabolism rate.
B) disrupt Kwame's appetite control centers in his brain.
C) undermine Kwame's ability to regulate his own food intake.
D) ensure that Kwame eats a well-balanced diet.


Answer: C

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