Final answer:
A) ketoacidosis (acidic pH of the blood) is not a symptom of ketosis.
Step-by-step explanation:
The correct answer is A) ketoacidosis (acidic pH of the blood).
Ketosis is a metabolic state where the body uses fat for energy instead of carbohydrates. It occurs when there is a low intake of carbohydrates or a lack of insulin, such as in diabetes. Ketosis can lead to the production of ketone bodies, which are acidic in nature. This can result in a condition called ketoacidosis, which is characterized by an acidic pH of the blood.
High blood cholesterol, bad breath, and dehydration are all symptoms/side effects of ketosis. High blood cholesterol can occur due to the increased breakdown of fatty acids. Bad breath can occur due to the release of acetone, one of the ketone bodies, through breath. Dehydration can occur due to increased water loss through urine, as well as increased osmotic pressure from high blood glucose levels.