Metabolic acidosis is a result of the overproduction of ketoacids, which can occur
A) during exercise.
B) in uncontrolled diabetes.
C) as a result of high levels of glucose metabolism.
D) all of the above.

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In uncontrolled diabetes, the body cannot use glucose properly and starts breaking down fats for energy, leading to the overproduction of ketoacids, causing metabolic acidosis.

Metabolic Acidosis Is a Result of the Overproduction of Ketoacids