The Nutrient Intake of a Population Is Assessed Using the EAR

question 21

Multiple Choice

The nutrient intake of a population is assessed using the EAR cut point method.Which result represents a population that is the best nourished with respect to this nutrient?

• A)The proportion of the population with intakes less than the EAR is 50%.
• B)The proportion of the population with intakes less than the EAR is 2%.
• C)The proportion of the population with intakes less than the EAR is 18%.
• D)The proportion of the population with intakes less than the EAR is 98%.

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Definitions:

Net Operating Income

The profitability of a company's core business operations, calculated as gross profit minus operating expenses, excluding interest and taxes.

Sales Commissions

A portion of sales revenue paid to sales personnel as a reward for their sales achievements.

Monthly Net Operating Income

The profit a business makes after paying for all operating expenses but before interest and taxes within a month.

Organic Fertilizer

A natural substance used to enrich the soil with nutrients, derived from plant or animal matter without synthetic additives.