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:

LIFO

An inventory valuation method that assumes the last items placed in inventory are the first ones sold, standing for Last In, First Out.

Periodic Inventory System

An accounting method where inventory is physically counted at specific intervals to determine the cost of goods sold.

Cost Of Goods Sold

Expenses directly related to the manufacturing of products a company sells, such as raw materials and labor costs.

Gross Profit Method

An inventory estimation method used to calculate the cost of goods sold and ending inventory, based on gross profit margins.