Question

If the average person needs 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight and Tim needs 25% more protein than the average individual does in order to support his fitness goals, how much protein does he need per gram body weight?

Answer 1

Protein required for Tim in order to support his fitness goals = 1 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight

Explanation:

Amount of protein needed for average person = 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram weight

Tim needs 25% more protein than the average individual does in order to support his fitness goals.

Protein required for Tim in order to support his fitness goals

`=0.8+(25)/(100)* 0.8=0.8+0.2=1`

Protein required for Tim in order to support his fitness goals = 1 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight