Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Recommended Dietary

question 86

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for a nutrient?

• A) It is set more than twice as high as the average person needs.
• B) It is the minimum amount that the average person needs in her/his diet.
• C) It is designed to meet the needs of nearly all people.
• D) It is designed to prevent deficiency diseases of about half of the general population.
• E) It is reflective of current dietary preferences and trends.

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