Homeostatic systems maintain a steady-state set point over time using negative feedback. Which one of the following statement is NOT TRUE for stability of metabolic system: Select one: a. Step changes in a controlled variable will return the system to its original state using negative feedback b. Metabolic systems that oscillate must have multiple control variables c.A positive feedback system is stable over time, maintaining a steady state d. Perturbations from steady state, either positive or negative, result in recovery reactions that returm the system to is original state.

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