Question

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what is the recommended dietary allowance (rda)?
○ the amount of a nutrient recommended to meet the needs of the majority of americans living in the united states.
○ the amount of a nutrient recommended for 98 percent of adults who are of general good health.
○ the amount of a nutrient recommended to meet the needs of 98 percent of the people for a given age and gender.
○ the daily value of the amount of a nutrient needed by healthy adults and healthy children in the united states.

Explanation:

The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) is defined as the amount of a nutrient recommended to meet the needs of 98 percent of the people for a given age and gender. It is based on scientific research and aims to provide a sufficient intake level to prevent nutrient - deficiency diseases.

• The first option is incorrect because it is not just for the majority of Americans but specifically 98 percent of people within a given age and gender group.
• The second option is too narrow as it only mentions adults, while RDA is for different age groups (not just adults).
• The fourth option is incorrect as it is not about the daily value for all healthy adults and children in the US in a general sense but is specific to age and gender groups.

Answer:

The amount of a nutrient recommended to meet the needs of 98 percent of the people for a given age and gender.