Question

Viola is a collegiate volleyball player whose protein needs have been determined to be 1.4 g/kg body weight. Viola is 6'2" tall and weighs 170 lbs. Based on this information, Viola should consume approximately _______ g protein daily.

Answer 1

Convert pounds to kilograms.

1 pound = 0.4536 kg.

170 pounds x 0.4536 = 77.11 kg.

Multiply weight by grams of protein per kg.

77.11 kg x 1.4 =107.95 grams. Round answer as needed.