Approximately what percentage of an average teenager’s daily food energy intake is derived from snacks?

a. 15%
b. 25%
c. 35%
d. 50%
e. 75%


Answer: B

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e. Erythrocyte protoporphyrin, begins to accumulate.

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a. true b. false

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