What is the basal metabolic rate?

A. The base rate at which the body prevents obesity
B. The rate at which the body uses energy when running
C. The rate at which the body uses energy when hyperventilating
D. The rate at which the body uses energy at rest
E. The rate at which the body uses energy when walking


Answer: D

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