The recommended dietary allowance for calcium in the normal healthy adult is:
1. 1,600–2,000 mg per day.
2. 1,000–1,200 mg per day.
3. 200–600 mg per day.
4. 2,400–2,800 mg per day.
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: This amount (1,600–2,000 mg per day) is excessive.
Rationale 2: The normal healthy adult should consume 1,000–1,200 mg of calcium per day.
Rationale 3: This amount (200–600 mg per day) is insufficient to meet the needs of healthy adults.
Rationale 4: This amount (2,400–2,800 mg per day) is excessive.
Global Rationale: The normal healthy adult should consume 1,000–1,200 mg of calcium per day.
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