Which of These Factors Does NOT Significantly Influence the Basal

Question

Which of these factors does NOT significantly influence the basal metabolic rate
A)thyroid hormone
B)sympathetic stimulation
C)age
D)sleeping

Accepted Answer

Sleeping does not significantly influence the basal metabolic rate. The other factors listed, such as thyroid hormone, sympathetic stimulation, and age, have all been shown to have a significant impact on metabolic rate.