A nutrient _____ is the amount of a nutrient that must be consumed to prevent deficiencies; it is determined by a person's nutritional needs based on a host of factors such as sex, age, physical activity, and genetics
A)status
B)requirement
C)adequacy
D)intake

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Nutrient requirement is the amount of a nutrient that must be consumed to prevent deficiencies, as explained in the question. Status refers to the level of a certain nutrient in the body, adequacy refers to consuming enough of a nutrient for optimal health, and intake refers to the actual amount of a nutrient that has been consumed.

A Nutrient _____ Is the Amount of a Nutrient That