Using the energy values for carbohydrates, fats, and proteins (see table below), what are the total kilocalories (Calories) listed for a black cherry almond bar? (Round off answers for each food type to the tens place.)

TABLE 3.7 Typical Energy
Values for the Three Food
Types
Food Type kcal/g
Carbohydrate- 4
Fat-9
Protein-4
What are the total kcals
Express your answer with the appropriate units

1 answer

In order to calculate the total kilocalories (Calories) listed for a black cherry almond bar, we need to know the amount of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins in the bar.

Assuming the bar contains 10g of carbohydrates, 5g of fats, and 3g of proteins, we can calculate the total kilocalories (Calories) using the energy values provided in the table.

For carbohydrates:
Total kilocalories = 10g * 4 kcal/g = 40 kcal

For fats:
Total kilocalories = 5g * 9 kcal/g = 45 kcal

For proteins:
Total kilocalories = 3g * 4 kcal/g = 12 kcal

Therefore, the total kilocalories (Calories) listed for a black cherry almond bar is 40 kcal + 45 kcal + 12 kcal = 97 kcal.