Bertha Has Been Drinking to Excess for Many Years

question 123

Multiple Choice

Bertha has been drinking to excess for many years. She is malnourished. This is because ________

• A) alcohol has few calories.
• B) alcohol impairs the body's ability to utilize nutrients.
• C) alcoholism impairs her ability to choose healthy foods.
• D) alcoholism causes people to lose their appetites.

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