Question

The nutrient intake level estimated to meet the needs of 50 percent of the individuals in a life-stage and gender group is known as

a. recommended dietary allowance.
b. tolerable upper intake level.
c. adequate intake.
d. estimated average requirement.

Answer 1

The nutrient intake level estimated to meet the needs of 50% of the individuals in a life-stage and gender group is known as Estimated Average Requirement, or 'E.A.R.'

Answer 2

The nutrient intake level estimated to meet the needs of 50 percent of the individuals in a life-stage and gender group is known as estimated average requirement (EAR). Correct answer: D

However, the amount of the nutrient necessary to meet the appropriate criterion of adequacy varies from one individual to the next. EAR is the mean requirement for a group, and the variation around this number is considerable.