Which of the Following Statements About the Estimated Energy Requirement

question 104

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the Estimated Energy Requirement (EER) is FALSE? 

• A) It is the average dietary energy intake that will maintain energy balance in a person with a healthy body weight and level of physical activity. 
• B) EER is measured in kcalories per day. 
• C) Food energy is needed to sustain a healthy and active life. 
• D) UL for energy are based on a person's age, gender, weight, and height. 
• E) Any dietary intake in excess of energy needs results in weight gain.

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