Which of the following individuals would MOST likely have the lowest basal metabolic rate?
a) a 38-year-old pregnant woman
b) a 28-year-old anorexic woman
c) an 18-year-old conditioned male athlete
d) a 48-year-old obese male

The preferable option will be - B.

B. A 28-year-old anorexic female

Explanation:

Anorexia is simply known as an eating disorder. Losing weight, fear of gaining weight, and a strong desire to be thin are the most popular symptoms. Some genetic problems, some social connection factors from the glamour world, athletics, etc. But the exact accurate cause is still unknown. Some complications are seen such as osteoporosis, infertility, heart damage, and menopause.

The BMI categories are -

Mild disease - greater than 17, Moderate disease - 16 to 17, Severe disease - 15 to 16, Extreme disease - less than 15.