Multiple choice

Chronically malnourished people are those who receive about ______ calories or less per day.

  1. 500

  2. 1,000

  3. 1,500

  4. 2,000

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Chronic malnutrition is often defined by a caloric intake below the minimum threshold required for basic metabolic functions, which is generally cited around 2,000 calories for an average adult.