What is the difference between resting metabolic rate (RMR) and basal metabolic rate (BMR)?

A. Resting metabolic rate is measured under strict, standardized conditions and represents your absolute minimal metabolic rate.
B. Basal metabolic rate is measured while sitting quietly at rest.
C. Basal metabolic rate is measured under strict, standardized conditions and represents your absolute minimal metabolic rate.
D. There is no difference between these two measures, they are identical.


Answer: C

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