Question

question 9 of 20
is an essential nutrient that makes up more than 50 percent
of your body weight.
a. fatty acids
b. legumes
c. carbohydrate
d. protein

Explanation:

Protein is an essential nutrient. It is a major component of body tissues and makes up a significant portion of body weight (more than 50 percent in some contexts when considering body - building and overall body composition). Fatty acids are part of fats, legumes are a type of food (not a nutrient in the context of this question's phrasing), and carbohydrates are energy - providing nutrients but not the one that makes up more than 50 percent of body weight as described.

Answer:

D. Protein