Which of the following statements is true about vitamins?

A. They are usually in foods that Americans commonly eat.
B. Compared to protein, the body requires vitamins in larger quantities.
C. Chemically, they are the same as minerals.
D. Excesses can be converted to glucose for energy.


Answer: A

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A) an epidemiological study. B) a meta-analysis. C) a double-blind study. D) a clinical trial.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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