The amount of vitamin C that meets about 98% of the population's need for the nutrient is the _____ for the vitamin.

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The RDA (Recommended Dietary Allowance) is the amount of a nutrient that meets the needs of nearly all (97-98%) healthy individuals in a specific age and gender group. Therefore, the amount of vitamin C that meets about 98% of the population's need for the nutrient is the RDA for the vitamin. The EAR (Estimated Average Requirement) is the amount of a nutrient that meets the needs of 50% of healthy individuals in a specific age and gender group. The UL (Tolerable Upper Intake Level) is the highest amount of a nutrient that can be consumed without causing harm. The %DV (Percent Daily Value) is the amount of a nutrient in a food item as a percentage of the daily recommended intake based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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