Fat provides ______% of body's calories?

Correct answer: B. 30%

  • A. 40%
  • B. 30%
  • C. 50%
  • D. 75%

Explanation

Dietary fat normally supplies about 30% of total energy intake in a balanced diet. Its energy density is high at 9 kcal per gram, compared with 4 kcal per gram for carbohydrate and protein.

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