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The Estimated Average Requirement (EAR. is the average amount of a nutrient known to meet the needs of ________ percent of the individuals in a similar age and gender group.
 
  A. 98
  B. 25
  C. 50
  D. 75

Question 2

Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL) refers to
 
  A. the amount of a nutrient you should try to consume daily.
  B. the highest amount of a nutrient to consume if you are over 55 years old.
  C. the amount of a nutrient necessary to prevent illness.
  D. the highest amount of a nutrient that can be consumed daily without harm.



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mjenn52

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D




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Reply 2 on: Aug 20, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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