Carbohydrates are potentially cariogenic

a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false


True
RATIONALE: Carbohydrates are potentially cariogenic because carbohydrates contain sugar, and sugar feeds the plaque that causes decay of the teeth.

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