Steven Is a Typical 17-Year-Old American Boy

question 15

Multiple Choice

Steven is a typical 17-year-old American boy. When given a choice, which one of the following is Steven most likely to eat for dinner?

• A) Nothing
• B) A high-fat, high-sodium, high-sugar meal
• C) A meat-and-potatoes dinner with dessert
• D) A low-fat meal of vegetables and whole grains

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