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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which food group does a carrot belong in?
A
fruit
B
vegetable
C
grains
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The vegetable food group includes dark green vegetables, red and orange vegetables, starchy vegetables, and legumes (beans and peas). Dark green vegetables include broccoli, collard greens, spinach, and kale. Red and orange vegetables include acorn squash, carrots, pumpkin, tomato, and sweet potato.

Detailed explanation-2: -Carrots belong to the Apiaceae family. Their stalks measure some 30 cm tall with small white flowers. A biannual plant, they grow slowly and are available in over 500 varieties.

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