Ashlyn is a 16-year-old soccer player who, over the past six months, has been experiencing fatigue during her soccer matches. Her high school matches are usually about two or three hours after school and Ashlyn rarely eats a snack or meal after school. To help prevent fatigue during her soccer match, Ashlyn should consume a healthy, _______-rich snack after school and before her soccer matches.

A. fat
B. protein
C. carbohydrate
D. fiber


Answer: C

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