Question

select the correct answer.
the nutrition facts label on a food package lists \iron 52%\. what does this figure indicate?

a. the total content of this package fulfills 52 percent of the required daily amount of iron.

b. one serving from this package fulfills 52 percent of the required daily amount of iron.

c. half of this package fulfills 52 percent of the required daily amount of iron.

Explanation:

Nutrition facts labels on food packages provide information per serving. The "Iron 52%" indicates that one serving from the package meets 52% of the daily recommended iron intake. Option A is incorrect as it refers to the total package, and option C is incorrect as it refers to half the package; the label is based on one serving.

Answer:

B. One serving from this package fulfills 52 percent of the required daily amount of iron.