Bethaney is 20 years of age and weighs 50 kg.Based on her body weight,her RDA for protein is _____ grams.

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According to the RDA for protein, a person should consume 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight. Therefore, Bethaney's RDA for protein can be calculated as follows:
RDA for protein = 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight x 50 kg of body weight
RDA for protein = 40 grams of protein
Hence, the best choice for the RDA of protein for Bethaney is choice letter C) 40 grams.

Bethaney Is 20 Years of Age and Weighs 50 Kg