Question

In people who engage in regular vigorous exercise, RMR may account for a larger proportion of daily caloric need.

a. True
b. False

Answer 1

Answer: False

Step-by-step explanation:

RMR is Resting metabolic rate is the rate at which the body burns the energy while in rest. This can be calculated by how much calories are burn while in rest in vital processes such as breathing and circulation. It is irrespective of the exercise and physical strain taken by the person in awake state. Thus the RMR will only account for small proportion of the caloric needs.