Which of the following would be least likely to cause a magnesium deficiency?
A) vomiting
B) diarrhea
C) constipation
D) alcohol abuse
E) malnutrition

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Constipation would not likely cause a magnesium deficiency because magnesium is primarily absorbed in the small intestine, and constipation refers to difficulty passing stool through the large intestine. Vomiting, diarrhea, alcohol abuse, and malnutrition can all lead to magnesium deficiency because they can result in decreased absorption, increased loss through urine or stool, or decreased intake of magnesium through the diet.

Which of the Following Would Be Least Likely to Cause