Miguel's doctor has recommended that he include more fiber-rich foods in his diet and suggests he try to consume at least 25 grams a day. He looks at the label on his favorite cereal and notices that it has 8% of the Daily Value of fiber per 1/2 cup serving. If Miguel eats 1 cup of this cereal how much fiber will he be consuming?
A) 2 grams
B) 4 grams
C) 8 grams
D) 12 grams

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The cereal provides 8% of the Daily Value of fiber per 1/2 cup. Since 1 cup is double the serving size, it would provide 16% of the Daily Value. The Daily Value for fiber is 25 grams, so 16% of 25 grams is 4 grams.

Miguel's Doctor Has Recommended That He Include More Fiber-Rich Foods