What is one way body size influences daily energy needs?

• A. Body size only affects energy needs after age 80 and is irrelevant earlier in life.
• B. Body size has no impact on caloric needs; only activity level matters.
• C. Larger body size, especially greater lean mass, generally increases resting energy expenditure and total daily caloric needs.
• D. Smaller body size always results in higher BMR because a smaller body must work harder to maintain temperature.

Answer: (C)