Question

A person's daily intake represents 740 kcalories from carbohydrate, 640 kcalories from fat, and 240 kcalories from protein. Analysis of this information suggests that _____.

a. the fat content is above the recommended percentage range
b. the person consumed approximately 160 grams of fat
c. 20% of the total kcalories were consumed as protein
d. the person's total kcalorie intake is 1720 kcalories
e. an appropriate proportion of energy-yielding nutrients

Answer 1

The correct answer is option - A.

Step-by-step explanation:

The daily intake of all nutrients of an individual has different values according to the type of of nutrient. The three main nutrients are protein, carbohydrate, and fat. All three produce different amount of energy on burning on per gram molecules.

According to the ADA, The daily fat intake in normal individual should not be more than 25 to 35% of total calories intake, on this basis it is very clear that fat content is above the recommended percentage range.

Thus, the correct answer is option - A.