Which of the following is true of the ob mouse?
A) The ob mouse develops obesity at weaning.
B) The ob mouse has a fast metabolism.
C) Fat cells in the ob mouse fail to produce leptin.
D) The obesity of the ob mouse can be reversed by daily injections of insulin..
E) The ob mouse fails to secrete ghrelin

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Fat cells in the ob mouse fail to produce leptin, which leads to an increase in appetite and a decrease in energy expenditure, ultimately resulting in obesity.

Which of the Following Is True of the Ob Mouse