Which of the following is FALSE regarding metabolism?
A) Throughout the lifespan, females typically have a lower basal metabolic rate than do males.
B) During adulthood, basal metabolic rate gradually decreases by about 2 to 3 percent per decade.
C) Your basal metabolic rate accounts for about two-thirds of your daily energy expenditure.
D) Children have a lower basal metabolic rate than adults.

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Children actually have a higher basal metabolic rate than adults, as they have faster growth and development rates.

Which of the Following Is FALSE Regarding Metabolism