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An estimate of daily calorie needs based on a person's height, weight, sex, and life-stage is called a(n) Estimated Energy Requirement (EER).

The recommended amount of nutrient intake that is sufficient to meet the needs of 97% to 98% of the individuals in a specific sex and life-stage group is called a(n) Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA).

The recommended intake of a nutrient that is based on estimates of intakes that appear to maintain health for individuals in a specific sex and life-stage group is called a(n) Adequate Intake (AI).

The maximum chronic daily intake level of a nutrient that is unlikely to cause adverse health effects for individuals in a specific sex and life-stage group is called a(n) Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL).

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