Why Does Obesity Create a Greater Risk for Dehydration in People

Multiple Choice

Why does obesity create a greater risk for dehydration in people?

A) Adipose cells contain little water because fat is water repelling.
B) The metabolic rate of obese adults is slower than the rate of lean adults.
C) The rate of urine output of obese adults is higher than in lean adults.
D) The thirst receptors of the hypothalamus do not function effectively.