Which of the following statements regarding the cause of obesity is TRUE?

A. Obesity is attributed to both heredity and environmental factors.
B. Obesity is caused solely by environmental factors such as increased fast food consumption.
C. Obesity is caused solely by genetics such as having an obese parent.
D. The exact cause of obesity cannot be determined.


Answer: A

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