Which statement is true about vitamin B12?
a. Infants and children are less likely to be affected by a deficiency of this vitamin.
b. It may take up to four years for deficiency of this vitamin to develop in adults.
c. Supplements are currently not available.
d. Men are at higher risk for deficiency of this vitamin.
b
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