The Estimated Average Requirement (EAR) Refers to _____

The Estimated Average Requirement (EAR) refers to _____.

A) an intake level estimated to meet the nutrient needs of 98% of healthy people
B) an intake value estimated to meet the nutrient needs of half the healthy individuals in a group
C) upper limits of a nutrient estimated to be compatible with health
D) standard levels of daily nutrient intake
E) an estimated level of nutrient intake for unhealthy people