The rate at which your body uses energy for vital bodily functions when at rest is called the:
A) body mass index.
B) set-point rate.
C) basal metabolic rate.
D) settling point rate.

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Basal metabolic rate (BMR) refers to the amount of energy the body uses while at complete rest, in order to carry out basic bodily functions such as breathing, blood circulation, and brain and organ activity. BMR accounts for most of an individual's daily energy expenditure and is influenced by factors such as age, weight, body composition, and hormone levels.

The Rate at Which Your Body Uses Energy for Vital