Which of the following statements about vitamin B12 is false?

A) The body's ability to absorb this vitamin increases with age.
B) When it is deficient in the diet, pernicious anemia may result.
C) For its absorption to occur, intrinsic factor is required.
D) Its naturally occurring form is found only in foods from animal sources.


A

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