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    The Thrifty Gene Theory Suggests That,during Times of Plenty,a Person
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The Thrifty Gene Theory Suggests That,during Times of Plenty,a Person

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Question 5

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The thrifty gene theory suggests that,during times of plenty,a person with a thrifty metabolism:


A) burns more Calories.
B) is more resistant to weight loss.
C) has more lean muscle mass.
D) draws on fat stored in adipose tissue.

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