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

Arecommended dietary allowance.
Btolerable upper intake level.
Cadequate intake.
Destimated average requirement.

Verified Answer :

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.'

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.