An adult needs about 0.8 g of protein per kg of body mass each day. What is the daily protein requirement of a 65 kg adult?
Correct answer D. 52 g
Explanation
Daily requirement = 0.8 g/kg × 65 kg = 52 g of protein. Dividing 65 by 0.8 instead of multiplying gives the incorrect value of about 81 g.
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