Multiple choice

RQ of Oleic acid (Lipid) is

  1. 0.8

  2. 0.9

  3. 0.71

  4. 0.62

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Lipids, such as oleic acid, are highly reduced and require more oxygen for oxidation, resulting in a low Respiratory Quotient (RQ) of approximately 0.71.