Which of the Following Will Happen If More Energy Is

Question

Which of the following will happen if more energy is contained in the food eaten than is expended
A)A positive energy balance will return to normal.
B)The excess energy will be stored in muscle tissue.
C)All the excess energy will be liberated.
D)A positive energy balance will exist, and the excess energy will be stored in adipose tissue.

Accepted Answer

If more energy is contained in the food eaten than is expended, a positive energy balance will exist. The excess energy will then be stored in adipose tissue, leading to weight gain.