Resting metabolic rate (RMR) can be affected by (1 point) Responses which answer
age. age. Daily Values. Daily Values. appetite. appetite. hunger.
age, appetite, hunger
Resting metabolic rate (RMR) refers to the amount of energy your body needs at rest to maintain basic vital functions such as breathing, circulation, and cell production. Several factors can affect RMR, including age, daily values, appetite, and hunger.
To understand the impact of these factors on RMR, we can assign point values to each answer and see which factors have a higher score.
1. Age: Age can indeed influence RMR. As we get older, our metabolism tends to slow down due to a decrease in muscle mass and hormonal changes. Let's assign 1 point to age.
2. Daily Values: It is unclear what is meant by "Daily Values" in this context. Daily values usually refer to the recommended intake of nutrients on food labels. Unless it refers to nutrient intake, it may not directly affect RMR. Let's exclude this factor for now.
3. Appetite: Appetite is the desire or urge to eat. While appetite can influence food intake, it does not directly impact RMR. However, the amount of food consumed can affect the number of calories you consume, which can indirectly affect RMR. Let's exclude this factor for now.
4. Hunger: Hunger is the physical sensation associated with a need for food. Like appetite, hunger does not directly affect RMR. However, if you are hungry, you may eat more, which can indirectly affect RMR. Let's exclude this factor for now.
Based on the above analysis, the only factor that directly affects RMR is age, which receives 1 point. The other factors mentioned (daily values, appetite, hunger) do not have a direct impact on RMR.