National Nutrition Studies Indicate That Two Populations in the United

question 42

Multiple Choice

National nutrition studies indicate that two populations in the United States are consuming less than the recommended amounts of iron. These groups are:

• A) older adults and alcoholics.
• B) women of childbearing age and alcoholics.
• C) older adults and women of childbearing age.
• D) women of childbearing age and young children.
• E) alcoholics and young children.

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Definitions:

Ligaments

Strong, flexible fibrous connective tissue that connects bones to other bones, providing joint stability.

Sarcomere

One of many units, arranged linearly within a myofibril, whose contraction produces muscle contraction.

Axial Skeleton

Part of the vertebrate skeleton forming the vertical support or axis, including the skull, the rib cage, and the vertebral column.

Ribs

The curved bones which form the rib cage, surrounding the chest enabling lung expansion while protecting thoracic organs.