Absorption of vitamin B 12 is dependent upon all of the following EXCEPT:

a. adequate stomach acid.
b. pepsin.
c. intrinsic factor.
d. amylase.


d. amylase

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About 45-65 percent of an adolescent's daily energy needs should come from which nutrient group?

a. carbohydrate b. vitamins and minerals c. protein d. fat

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Red blood cells can only use glucose for energy.

a. true b. false

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

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