The amount of leptin secreted into the bloodstream is directly correlated with the:
A) degree of arousal in response to a fear-provoking stimulus.
B) amount of time that has elapsed since a person last ate.
C) amount of body fat a person has.
D) duration of aerobic exercise.

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Leptin is a hormone produced by adipose (fat) cells that regulates food intake and energy expenditure. The more body fat a person has, the more leptin they will produce and secrete into their bloodstream. Therefore, the amount of leptin secreted is directly correlated with the amount of body fat a person has. Choices A, B, and D are not directly related to leptin secretion.

The Amount of Leptin Secreted into the Bloodstream Is Directly