Which of the following would contain the largest amount of fatty acids with trans double bonds?
A)the fatty acid on carbon #1 of the glycerol of phosphatidylcholine
B)butter
C)canola oil
D)a 900 gram package of cookies containing partially hydrogenated cottonseed

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Partially hydrogenated cottonseed would contain the largest amount of fatty acids with trans double bonds as it is a commonly used source of trans fat in processed foods such as cookies. Butter contains some trans fat, but not as much as partially hydrogenated oils. Canola oil and the fatty acid on carbon #1 of the glycerol of phosphatidylcholine do not contain trans fat.

Which of the Following Would Contain the Largest Amount of Fatty