Which of the following nutrients is indicated by research to help reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease in genetically susceptible adults?
A) Iron
B) Omega-3 fatty acids
C) Calcium
D) B12
B
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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A) Apples B) Oats C) Carrots D) Legumes E) Pasta
What best describes a double-blind experiment??
A) ?Both subject groups alternate receiving each treatment. B) ?Neither the subjects nor the researchers know which subjects are in each group. C) ?The subjects do not know whether they are in the control or experimental groups, but the researchers do know. D) ?The subjects know whether they are in the control or experimental groups, but the researchers do not know.