Discussion
Consider the following statements :
A. Vitamins are examples of Macronutrients that human body needs.
B. Folic Acid is a type of Micronutrient needed by the body.
Choose the correct answer from the codes below :
Answer: B
The answer is Only B is correct.
Macronutrients are needed in large amounts: carbohydrates, proteins and fats (and water). Vitamins and minerals are needed in small amounts and are micronutrients, so Statement A is wrong.
Folic acid (vitamin B9) is a micronutrient needed for making DNA and red blood cells and for preventing neural tube defects in the developing foetus, so Statement B is correct.
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