Drew is in his early forties. If he is typical of people his age, his basal metabolic rate has _____ compared with when he was in his early twenties.
A) increased sharply
B) decreased gradually
C) increased gradually
D) decreased sharply

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As people age, their basal metabolic rate typically decreases gradually due to factors like loss of muscle mass and changes in hormonal levels.

Drew Is in His Early Forties