A young adult with spoon-shaped, ridged, brittle nails might be deficient in

a. iron. b. calcium.
c. vitamin A. d. vitamin B6.


a

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The calorie is used as a measure of _____

a. energy b. temperature c. length d. weight e. volume

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Which of the following statements about dietary fat is incorrect?

A) Fat carries fat-soluble vitamins in food. B) Fat is a component of all cell membranes. C) Fats contribute 7 calories per gram. D) Fats are a concentrated energy source

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The onset of renal failure is not usually apparent until what percentage of renal function is lost?

a. 50-70% b. about 40% c. 20-30% d. about 15% e. 5-10%

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