Which of the Following Statements Is True

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true?

• A)Nutritional standards are often used to evaluate the nutritional adequacy of diets.
• B)Most Americans should consume 150% of the RDA or AI for each nutrient.
• C)A nutrient requirement is the maximum amount that results in optimal nutritional status.
• D)Scientists used the Daily Values to develop the RDAs.

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