Question

A day’s meals provide 50 grams of protein. Calculate the calories contributed by protein:
• (A) Falciparum malaria
• (B) Vivax malaria
• (C) Quartan malaria
• (D) Ovale malaria

• A. 200
• B. 300
• C. 250
• D. 350

Hint:

Protein provides 4 calories per gram, while carbohydrates also provide 4 calories per gram, and fats provide 9 calories per gram.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

One gram of protein contains 4 calories.

To calculate the total calories from 50 grams of protein:

Calories = 50 × 4 = 200 calories.

The total caloric value is 200 calories.