Question

question 18 of 20
________ is an essential nutrient that makes up more than 50 percent of your body weight.
a. legumes
b. carbohydrate
c. protein
d. fatty acids

Explanation:

Water is an essential nutrient that makes up more than 50 percent of body weight. But among the given options, protein is a major component of the body's tissues and is an important nutrient, though not making up over 50% by weight alone in the way water does. However, compared to legumes (a food source, not a single nutrient), carbohydrates, and fatty - acids, protein is the most relevant nutrient here.

Answer:

C. Protein