Which of the Following Is TRUE About Recommended Dietary Allowances

question 80

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is TRUE about Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs) ?

• A)They are the reference standard for intake levels necessary to meet the needs of most healthy individuals.
• B)They are the highest amount of a particular nutrient that can be safely consumed on a daily basis.
• C)They are the recommended average daily intake by healthy people when the research is limited.
• D)They are the amount of intake needed to prevent chronic disease.

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