Calculate the calories needed from fat each day for a triathlete who requires 4500 calories a day.

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For a triathlete who requires 4500 calories a day, the recommended intake of fat should be between 20-35% of their total daily calorie intake.

20% of 4500 calories = 900 calories from fat 
35% of 4500 calories = 1575 calories from fat

Therefore, the triathlete should consume between 900-1575 calories from fat each day. Choice C (900-1575) is the closest option to this range.

Calculate the Calories Needed from Fat Each Day for a Triathlete