Which of the Following Statements Accurately Describes Nutrient Intakes

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements accurately describes nutrient intakes? 

• A) Higher nutrient intakes are always safer than lower intakes. 
• B) Nutrient intakes below the EAR decrease the risk of deficiency. 
• C) A typical nutrient intake falling between the RDA and the EAR is almost always adequate. 
• D) Nutrient intakes above the RDA are required to be safe. 
• E) Nutrient intakes above the UL put an individual at risk of toxicity.

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Definitions:

Poison Pill

A defensive strategy employed by a company's management to prevent or deter hostile takeovers by making the company less attractive to the potential acquirer.

Flip-over Provision

A defensive strategy in a company's charter to deter hostile takeovers, allowing shareholders to buy shares at a discount if a single buyer acquires a significant portion of the company.

Share Rights Plan

A defense strategy used by corporations to deter hostile takeovers, allowing existing shareholders the right to purchase additional shares at a discount.

Diversification

The strategy of spreading investments among various financial instruments or sectors to reduce risk.