Positive nitrogen balance can occur when

a) an individual is wasting as a result of protein-energy malnutrition
b) protein intake does not meet the body's protein requirements.
c) the individual is growing
d) total body nitrogen balance does not change for 30 days.


Ans: c) the individual is growing

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