Assuming they all weigh the same and maintain the same body temperature,which of the following would lose heat the fastest?
A)a short,thickly built person
B)a tall,very slender person
C)a person of average build

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The tall, very slender person would lose heat the fastest due to their higher body surface area to volume ratio. This means there is more surface area exposed to the cold environment for heat to be lost through.

Assuming They All Weigh the Same and Maintain the Same