Which of the Following Statements Most Accurately Captures an Aspect

Which of the following statements most accurately captures an aspect of the basal metabolic rate (BMR) ?

A) The resting BMR constitutes a small fraction of the total body energy needs.
B) Females tend to have a lower BMR than males due to a smaller skeletal muscle mass.
C) Variations in muscle mass account for much of the differences in the BMR that exist between individuals.
D) The BMR remains consistent throughout the life span.