A client is attempting to lose 10 pounds. In order to lose 1.5 pounds per week, she will have to reduce her caloric intake per day by how many calories?

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To lose one pound of fat, a person needs to create a calorie deficit of 3,500 calories. To lose 1.5 pounds per week, the client would need to create a deficit of 5,250 calories per week (1.5 x 3,500). This breaks down to a deficit of 750 calories per day (5,250/7 = 750). Therefore, the correct answer is C.

A Client Is Attempting to Lose 10 Pounds