A scientist is creating a formula diet that supplies the same nutrients in amounts that are in a healthy dietary pattern for adults. One of the minerals in her formula has a Recommended Dietary Allowance of 85 mg/day. How should she classify this particular mineral?
A. Major mineral
B. Trace mineral
C. Nonessential mineral
D. Possible essential mineral
Answer: B
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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A) ?Ask Danny how much he weighs. B) ?Use a scale that is calibrated and checked for accuracy. C) ?Measure Danny's weight three times and take an average of the measurements. D) ?Use a bathroom scale to weigh Danny.
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A. 5 B. 35 C. 15 D. 25