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During prolonged fasting, in what sequence are the following organic compounds used up by the body? (CBSE 2003; JIPMER 2006; Pb. PMT 2007; RPMT 2007)

A) First carbohydrates, next fats and lastly proteins

B) First fats, next carbohydrates and lastly proteins

C) First carbohydrates, next proteins and lastly lipids

D) First proteins, next lipids and lastly carbohydrates