Zoology-Endocrine Glands
NEET Zoology Endocrine Glands MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Hard-Class 11
If the basal metabolic rate (BMR) increases by 20% due to hyperthyroidism, and the original BMR was 1500 kcal/day, what will be the new BMR?
A
1800 kcal/day
B
1700 kcal/day
C
2000 kcal/day
D
1500 kcal/day
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Hyperthyroidism increases the BMR. A 20% increase on an original BMR of 1500 kcal/day results in a new BMR of 1800 kcal/day (1500 + 0.20 * 1500).
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