Question

the average american consumes added sugars in excess of dietary recommendations. if a person consumes 16 ounces of cola - flavored, caffeinated, sugar - sweetened soda per day, approximately how many empty calories are added to their diet given the 16 - ounce can of cola - flavored, caffeinated, sugar - sweetened soft drink contains 44 g of added sugars?
multiple choice
180
130
230
80

Explanation:

Step1: Recall calorie - per - gram of sugar

Each gram of sugar provides 4 calories.

Step2: Calculate total calories

Multiply the mass of sugar by calories per gram. So, $44\times4 = 176\approx180$ calories.

Answer:

180