The Estimated Average Requirement (EAR)for a nutrient meets the needs of about ________ of the population.
A) 5%
B) 25%
C) 50%
D) 75%
E) 98%

Question

The Estimated Average Requirement (EAR)for a nutrient meets the needs of about ________ of the population.
A) 5% 
B) 25% 
C) 50% 
D) 75% 
E) 98%

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The Estimated Average Requirement (EAR) is a nutrient intake value that is estimated to meet the requirement of half of the healthy individuals in a particular life stage and gender. Therefore, the EAR meets the needs of about 50% of the population.

The Estimated Average Requirement (EAR)for a Nutrient Meets the Needs