Question

multiple select question
select all that apply
choose all individuals that are likely to exhibit a state of positive nitrogen balance.

growing children

adults under high levels of stress

athletes in resistance training (building muscle)

pregnant women

Explanation:

Positive nitrogen balance occurs when nitrogen intake exceeds nitrogen excretion, typically during periods of growth, tissue repair, or pregnancy. Growing children are building new tissues, athletes in resistance training are increasing muscle mass (which requires protein synthesis), and pregnant women are supporting fetal growth, so they need more nitrogen intake. Adults under high stress often have increased protein breakdown (negative nitrogen balance) due to cortisol and other stress - related factors.

Answer:

A. Growing children
C. Athletes in resistance training (building muscle)
D. Pregnant women