Malnutrition __________.
A. does not occur in alcoholics, because alcohol provides both calories and nutrients
B. only occurs when alcoholics are destitute and not able to afford to purchase food
C. may occur in alcoholics, because alcohol interferes with the body's ability to use nutrients
D. is rare among alcoholics because alcohol is most commonly consumed with food
Answer: C
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