The metabolic rate of females is ____.
A) more than that of males by about 100 kcal/day
B) less than that of males by about 100 kcal/d
C) more than that of males by about 250 kcal/day
D) less than that of males by about 250 kcal/day

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The metabolic rate of females is generally less than that of males by about 100 kcal/day. This difference is attributed to factors such as body composition, with males typically having a higher percentage of muscle mass, which burns more calories at rest compared to fat tissue.

The Metabolic Rate of Females Is ____