Which of the following is not true about essential body fat?
a.
the human body would not function normally without essential body fat.
b.
essential body fat accounts for about 3% of men's total weight.
c.
the percentage of essential body fat is the same for both males and females.
d.
essential body fat is found in one's organs, bones, and muscles.
select the best answer from the choices provided.
a
b
c
d

The correct answer is C. The percentage of essential body fat is the same for both males and females.

Explanation:

Essential body fat refers to fat that is necessary for normal function this differs from adipose fat because it is located on specific organs, tissues, muscles, and bones. Additionally, the percentage of essential body fat is not the same for all people, to begin with, there is a huge difference between women and men because women have a higher percentage of essential body fat. Indeed in women, essential body fat is around 13% while in men it is just about 3%, this can be explained as biologically women need to store fat for childbearing. Thus, the statement that is not true is "the percentage of essential body fat is the same for both males and females".