In a Person Who Loses the Ability to Absorb Vitamin

question 90

Multiple Choice

In a person who loses the ability to absorb vitamin B₁₂, approximately what period of time could elapse before deficiency signs develop?

• A) 1 month
• B) 6 months
• C) 1 year
• D) 3 years

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Definitions:

Experimental Expectations

Anticipated results or outcomes of a scientific experiment based on hypotheses and prior knowledge.

Construct Validity

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Pretest

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