Which piece of evidence BEST supports the "set point" hypothesis?
A) A person who is severely deprived of a specific nutrient will crave foods containing the nutrient.
B) Persons who consume a lot of sugar gradually develop insulin intolerance.
C) A person's weight tends to stay the same over the long term.
D) Stomach "stapling" will significantly decrease calorie intake.

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The "set point" hypothesis suggests that the body has a predetermined weight range it strives to maintain. Choice C supports this hypothesis by stating that a person's weight tends to stay the same over the long term, despite short-term fluctuations. This indicates that the body has a mechanism (such as hormonal or neural signals) that regulates weight within a certain range. The other choices are not as relevant to the "set point" hypothesis.

Which Piece of Evidence BEST Supports the "Set Point" Hypothesis