An early sign of vitamin A deficiency is __________.

a. night blindness
b. osteomalacia
c. total blindness
d. rickets


Ans: a. night blindness

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Normal-weight women who exercise regularly during pregnancy have _____.

A. somewhat longer labor B. increased risk of having low-birthweight infants C. increased risk of pregnancy-induced hypertension D. increased risk of low back pain E. decreased risk of developing gestational diabetes

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Plant sources of protein are recommended for patients with kidney disease because they _____

a. contain essential amino acids b. are easy to digest c. contain more kcalorie per gram d. are high in phosphorus e. place less demand on the kidneys

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What should be the final consideration in the make-or-buy decision of a product?

a. cost analysis b. labor requirements c. storage space available d. personal relationship with supplier

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