Multiple Choice
Why are obese people at greater risk for dehydration than lean people?
A) Because adipose cells contain little water; fat is water repelling
B) Because the metabolic rate of obese adults is slower than lean adults
C) Because the rate of urine output of obese adults is higher than lean adults
D) Because the thirst receptors of the hypothalamus do not function effectively
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