Adolescent males require more protein per kilogram in their diet than adolescent females due to:
1. The development of needed fat stores in their buttocks and hips.
2. Differences in daily activities and attitudes towards health.
3. An increase in lean body tissue and muscle mass.
4. A preoccupation with appearance.
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Rationale: Adolescent females, not males, develop appropriate fat stores needed for the breasts, hips and buttocks. Increased protein needs supports muscle growth. The daily requirement for protein among adolescent males increases to about 50 grams per day. This increase is needed to support increases in muscle mass. A preoccupation with appearance does not impact the nutritional needs of adolescents.
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