Question

which of the following best explains how good body composition is attained?
a. taking in a greater amount of energy than is released by the body
b. taking in a lesser amount of energy than is released by the body
c. balancing the amount of energy that is taken in with the amount of energy that is released by the body
d. none of the above
please select the best answer from the choices provided.
a
b
c
d

Explanation:

Good body composition is achieved when there is a balance between energy intake (calories consumed through food) and energy expenditure (calories burned by the body through activities like basal metabolic rate, physical activity, etc.).

• Option A (taking in more energy than released) would lead to weight gain (more fat accumulation in most cases), which is not good for body composition.
• Option B (taking in less energy than released) would lead to weight loss (could include loss of muscle mass if extreme, which is not ideal for good body composition).
• Option C (balancing energy in and out) helps maintain a healthy weight and appropriate levels of fat - free mass (muscle, bone, etc.) and fat mass, which is key for good body composition.

Answer:

C. balancing the amount of energy that is taken in with the amount of energy that is released by the body