Which of the Following Macronutrient Distributions Is Consistent with the Acceptable

question 79

Multiple Choice

Which of the following macronutrient distributions is consistent with the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges set by the Food and Nutrition Board?

• A)40 percent of daily calories as protein,40 percent of daily calories as carbohydrate,20 percent of daily calories as fat
• B)30 percent of daily calories as protein,35 percent of daily calories as carbohydrate,35 percent of daily calories as fat
• C)10 percent of daily calories as protein,65 percent of daily calories as carbohydrate,25 percent of daily calories as fat
• D)15 percent of daily calories as protein,45 percent of daily calories as carbohydrate,40 percent of daily calories as fat

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Action Potential

The temporary electrical charge within a cell.

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