Which of the Following Statements About the Estimated Energy Requirement

question 52

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, sex, weight, and height.
• E) Any dietary intake in excess of energy needs results in weight gain.

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