Instructions: Use the data table that shows the estimation of the daily resting energy expenditure (REE) to explore how calorie requirements change as a person gets older. Follow the steps to calculate the REE for a
person over time. Record your calculations in the table,
1. Decide to calculate the REE for a male or female,
2. Choose an adult weight.
3. Calculate the REE for the adult from age 18-29. 30-60, and over 60. Assume the adult maintains the same
body weight at each age.
(Score for Question 1:of 1 point)
1. Male or female

of 1 point)
(Score for Question 2:
2. Weight

Table
(Score for Table:___ of 18 points)
Use the Table of the Estimation of the Daily Resting Energy Expenditure (REE) to determine the calculation used
for each age range.
Questions
1. How does the REE change as a person?
2. What do these results indicate about how the body’s metabolism changes over time?