Fatty-acids provide MOST of the energy for
A) high-intensity, short-term activity.
B) long-term activity such as hiking.
C) participation in a marathon.
D) sprinting in a 1500-meter race.

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Fatty acids are a long-lasting source of energy as they are stored in adipose tissue and can provide energy for sustained activities such as hiking, walking, or running a marathon. High-intensity, short-term activities such as sprinting or a 1500-meter race utilize carbohydrates as the primary source of energy.

Fatty-Acids Provide MOST of the Energy for