Question

multiple select question
select all that apply
choose all that are often considered essential fatty acids.
arachidonic acid
linoleic acid
oleic acid
linolenic acid
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Explanation:

Essential fatty acids are those the body can't synthesize and must be obtained from diet. Linoleic acid (an omega - 6 fatty acid) and linolenic acid (an omega - 3 fatty acid) are essential. Arachidonic acid can be synthesized from linoleic acid in the body (though it's essential in some cases like infants), and oleic acid is a monounsaturated fatty acid that's non - essential as the body can make it.

Answer:

B. Linoleic acid, D. Linolenic acid (and sometimes A. Arachidonic acid, but typically linoleic and linolenic are the main essential ones taught in basic nutrition; if considering all that apply in common contexts, Linoleic acid, Linolenic acid, and sometimes Arachidonic acid. But based on standard basic knowledge, Linoleic acid and Linolenic acid are the core essential fatty acids here. So the correct options are:
B. Linoleic acid
D. Linolenic acid
(Note: Arachidonic acid is sometimes considered essential for infants or those with certain deficiencies, but in general nutrition education, linoleic and linolenic are the primary essential fatty acids listed here.)