A medical researcher is developing a formula for babies that simulates the composition of human breast milk. He wants to fortify the formula so it contains the RDA/AI amounts of all essential nutrients. One of the minerals that he wants to use in the formula has an RDA of 11 mg for infants. According to this information, how should he classify this mineral?
A. Trace mineral
B. Electrolytic mineral
C. Minor mineral
D. Major mineral
Answer: A
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