The average intake level for a nutrient that meets the needs of approximately half of the population. True or False

False.

Explanation:

The nutrient requirement of the individual depends on the sex, age and the activities performed by the individual. The deficiency of nutrient can cause characteristics disease in humans.

The proper or the average daily nutrient can be estimated that can meet the requirement of the half of the healthy individuals is known as estimated average requirements. The average requirement depends on the individual of the particular gender group and life stage and not on the population.

Thus, the answer is false.