Question

Miguel's doctor has recommended that he consume less saturated fat. At his favorite fast-food restaurant, Miguel chooses a grilled chicken sandwich. The menu states that the sandwich contains 460 Calories, and 6 grams of saturated fat. What is the percentage of Calories from saturated fat in this choice?

A. 17%
B. 12%
C. 7%
D. 22%

Answer 1

Answer: B. 12%

Explanation:

Given : The number of calories in the sandwich = 460

Amount of saturated fat = 6 grams

Since there are 9 calories in 1 gram of fat .

So , Number of calories in 6 grams of fat = 6 x 9 = 54 calories

Now , the percentage of Calories from saturated fat in this choice:

`\frac{\text{Calories due to fat}}{\text{Total calories in sandwich}}*100\\\\ (54)/(460)*100\\\\=11.739130434\approx12\%`

Hence, the percentage of Calories from saturated fat in this choice is 12%.

So , the correct option is B. 12%