8-Quiz 2

The RDA for protein for adults (shown in the DRI Goal column on the Bar Graph Report) is 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight per day. In the Value column on the Bar Graph Report, find Tania's intake of protein. Tania's dietary pattern on this day provides approximately __0.7____Blank grams of protein per kilogram of body weight.

 

How to Convert Pounds to Kilograms

Multiple Choice

• 0.7
• 0.8
• 1.0
• 1.2

 To find Tania's intake of protein per kilogram of body weight, we need to perform a calculation using her total daily protein intake and her weight. Here's the breakdown:

1. Tania's weight: 140 lbs
2. Convert pounds to kilograms: 140 lbs ÷ 2.2 lbs/kg = approximately 63.64 kg
3. Total daily protein intake: 50.3 grams
4. Protein intake per kilogram of body weight: 50.3 grams ÷ 63.64 kg = approximately 0.79 grams per kg

When rounding to the nearest tenth as the options suggest, this result is close to 0.8 grams per kg.

Therefore, the correct answer to the multiple-choice question on how much protein per kilogram of body weight Tania consumes is: 0.8 grams per kilogram.