This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Forensic Medicine
[{'content': 'Extreme hunger in starvation lasts upto - \nSelect and explain. \nA. 6 - 12 hours, B. 12 - 24 hours, C. 24 - 36 hours, D. 36 - 48 hours', 'role': 'user'}, {'content': "Answer: D \nExplanation: Ans. is 'd' i.e., 36 - 48 hours Starvation is the result of actual deprivation of food or administration of unsuitable food. Starvation may be :? Acute (complete) : Sudden and complete stopage of food. Chronic (paial) : Gradual deficient supply of food. An acute starvation, the reserve carbohydrates, then fat and last the proteins are used up. Feeling of hunger with hunger pain lasts for 30-48 hours. After 4-5 days, there is emaciation, absorption fat and loss of weight (7-8 kg in 10 days).", 'role': 'assistant'}]