An Adequate Intake (AI) is set for a nutrient when ________.
A. the nutrient has a high potential for being toxic
B. too little research is available to establish an RDA
C. the set RDA is not adequate enough
D. the needs during pregnancy decline instead of increase
Answer: B
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