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Respiratory quotient (R.Q.) for fatty acid is

1. > 1
2. < 1
3. 1
4. 0

Correct answer: < 1

Solution

Fatty acids are more reduced than carbohydrates, so their complete oxidation consumes relatively more oxygen and produces less carbon dioxide per unit oxygen used. Therefore, the respiratory quotient is less than 1.

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