Which Statement Best Describes the Aim in Setting the RDA

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes the aim in setting the RDA for almost all vitamin and mineral intakes?

• A) They are set low, to reduce the risk of toxicity.
• B) They are set high, to cover virtually all healthy individuals.
• C) They are set very high, to cover every single person.
• D) They are set at the mean requirement, to cover most healthy individuals.

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