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Roughage consists of carbohydrates in the form of _______ .

A

Sugars

B

Starch

C

Dietary fibres

D

Glucose

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding Roughage**: Roughage is a term used to describe dietary fiber, which is a type of carbohydrate that our bodies cannot digest. 2. **Identifying the Options**: The question provides several options: Sugar, Starch, Dietary Fiber, and Glucose. We need to determine which of these is the correct form of carbohydrates that make up roughage. 3. **Analyzing Each Option**: - **Sugar**: This is a simple carbohydrate that is easily digestible and does not represent roughage. - **Starch**: This is a complex carbohydrate that can be digested, so it is not the correct answer either. - **Glucose**: This is a simple sugar that is absorbed by the body and does not constitute roughage. - **Dietary Fiber**: This is a type of carbohydrate that is not digestible and is the correct form of roughage. 4. **Conclusion**: Based on the analysis, roughage consists of carbohydrates in the form of **dietary fiber**. **Final Answer**: Roughage consists of carbohydrates in the form of **dietary fiber**. ---

**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding Roughage**: Roughage is a term used to describe dietary fiber, which is a type of carbohydrate that our bodies cannot digest. 2. **Identifying the Options**: The question provides several options: Sugar, Starch, Dietary Fiber, and Glucose. We need to determine which of these is the correct form of carbohydrates that make up roughage. 3. **Analyzing Each Option**: - **Sugar**: This is a simple carbohydrate that is easily digestible and does not represent roughage. ...
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