In Order to Lose Weight, a Person Must

Question

In order to lose weight, a person must
A) be in a state of positive energy balance.
B) be less active.
C) produce more heat to increase energy consumption.
D) be in a state of negative energy balance.
E) consume more calories than are expended.

Accepted Answer

To lose weight, a person must consume fewer calories than they expend, which puts them in a state of negative energy balance. This means the body uses more energy than it receives from food, leading to weight loss.