A TSAC-F recommends that a cadet consume 1800 kilocalories per day consisting of 65% carbohydrates, 15% fat, and 20% protein. How many grams of fat will this cadet consume per day?

To determine how many grams of fat the cadet will consume per day on a calorie intake of 1800 kilocalories, we need to apply the macronutrient distribution provided. Since fat comprises 15% of the total calorie intake, we start by calculating the total daily calories from fat.

First, calculate the calories from fat:

• 15% of 1800 kilocalories = 0.15 x 1800 = 270 kilocalories from fat.

Next, to convert calories from fat into grams, it is essential to know that each gram of fat provides 9 kilocalories. Thus, we divide the total calories from fat by the calories per gram:

• 270 kilocalories of fat ÷ 9 kilocalories/gram = 30 grams of fat.

Therefore, the cadet will consume 30 grams of fat per day. The correct answer reflects this calculation accurately.