An infant is diagnosed with maple syrup urine disease and requires a special infant formula.Which of the following would be the best choice?

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Maple syrup urine disease is a rare genetic disorder in which the body cannot break down certain amino acids, including valine, isoleucine, and leucine. These amino acids should be restricted in the infant's diet. Therefore, the best choice would be a mixture of amino acids, carbohydrates, and fats that lack these amino acids, to provide adequate nutrition without exacerbating the disease.

An Infant Is Diagnosed with Maple Syrup Urine Disease and Requires