Asked in a 2000 paper

Amount of calories required an adult of average weight per day is:?

Correct answer: A. 2500 calories

  • A. 2500 calories
  • B. 2000 calories
  • C. 1500 calories
  • D. 1000 calories

Explanation

The traditional textbook estimate for an average adult is about 2,500 calories per day, although actual needs vary with sex, body size, age and activity level. The lower figures are generally insufficient for the stated average adult estimate.

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