Which of the Following Is True About Changes in the RDA

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about changes in the RDA for iron from adolescence (14 to 18 years of age) to 19 years of age?

• A) The RDA for iron increases for both genders.
• B) The RDA for females increases due to the need to replace iron lost through menstruation.
• C) The RDA for males increases due to continued growth at and above age 19.
• D) The RDA for females decreases since iron deficiency anemia is rare among females.
• E) The RDA for males increases due to continued growth at and above age 19 and decreases for females since iron deficiency anemia is rare among females.

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