There is a designated RDA for each known nutrient.
a. true
b. false
Ans: b. false
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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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a. 20 b. 25 c. 35 d. 15
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A. they have so many unpaired electrons. B. they contain many polyunsaturated fatty acids. C. they contain many saturated fatty acids. D. they are the site of cellular respiration.