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jlmhmf

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The RDA for vitamin D is based on the assumption that an individual does not get enough sun.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Dirk is a bodybuilder. His daily intakes of carbohydrate and fat meet his body needs, but his daily protein intake is about twice his body needs. Dirk's excess protein intake is
 
  A) being used for gluconeogenesis.
  B) contributing to an increase in his body's synthesis of muscle mass.
  C) contributing to an increase in his body's synthesis of fatty acids.
  D) being excreted from his body in urine in the form of urea.


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Answer to Question 1

TRUE

Answer to Question 2

C



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