Mandy is a 22-year-old woman who weighs 154 pounds.Using the simple "rule of thumb" method,what is her estimated 24-hour basal energy needs?

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The "rule of thumb" method for estimating basal energy needs is approximately 10 kcal per pound of body weight per day. For Mandy, who weighs 154 pounds, her estimated 24-hour basal energy needs would be 154 pounds x 10 kcal/pound/day = 1540 kcal/day. The closest option to this calculation is 1512 kcal, making option C the correct choice.

Mandy Is a 22-Year-Old Woman Who Weighs 154 Pounds