Don recorded his food intake for a week and then used a computerized dietary analysis program to analyze his diet record. According to the results of the analysis, his average daily saturated fat intake was 5% of total calories; his average daily unsaturated fat intake was 12% of total calories; and his average daily cholesterol intake was 350 mg. Based on this information, his total fat intake is ________ the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range.

A. within
B. below
C. above
D. More information about Don's omega-3 intake is needed to answer this question.


Answer: B

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