If calorie intake stays the same, as the basal metabolic rate decreases, the weight set point
A) increases.
B) decreases.
C) stays the same.
D) varies up and down.

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The weight set point refers to the body's natural tendency to maintain a certain weight range. If the basal metabolic rate decreases and calorie intake stays the same, the body will burn fewer calories and may store more fat, leading to an increase in the weight set point.

If Calorie Intake Stays the Same, as the Basal Metabolic