A drug that would treat obesity might be expected to
A) promote the activity of uncoupling protein in skeletal muscle.
B) suppress metabolic rate.
C) impair the activity of uncoupling protein in skeletal muscle.
D) promote the development of a "thrifty" phenotype.
E) block the transport of leptin into the brain.
Answer: A
Rationale: A drug that would treat obesity might be expected to promote the activity of uncoupling protein in skeletal muscle.
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