To establish a nutrient's RDA,nutrition scientists add _____ of the nutrient to its EAR.
A)the %DV amount
B)50 to 100 mg
C)a "margin of safety" amount
D)an AI amount

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To establish an RDA, nutrition scientists add a "margin of safety" amount to the nutrient's EAR to account for individual variations and ensure that nearly all healthy individuals in a specific population meet their nutrient needs.

To Establish a Nutrient's RDA,nutrition Scientists Add _____ of the Nutrient