Which Statement About Vitamin D Is Correct

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which statement about vitamin D is correct?

• A)It promotes active transport of calcium across the intestine.
• B)It is required for the passive transport of calcium across the intestine.
• C)Vitamin D is most necessary when calcium intake is high.
• D)Adequate consumption increases the absorption of calcium to 50%.

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