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A quiz containing 20 multiple-choice questions about nutrition. The questions cover topics such as macronutrients, digestion, and metabolism. The last question is an essay question that asks the student to describe two common dietary misconceptions in our society today and refute them using information learned in the class. answers to the multiple-choice questions and a sample essay answer.
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Question 1 (4 points) Carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids are
. Question 1 options: subnutrients classified nutrients Save Question 2 (4 points) The sugars found in grains, vegetables, legumes, and fruits are . Question 2 options: lipids mineral s amino acids Save Question 3 (4 points) The primary objective of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans is to ensure Americans macronutrients micronutrients carbohydrates
Question 3 options:
Tolerable Upper Limit Average Needs Level Save Question 6 (4 points) Essential nutrients are nutrients that
. Question 6 options: can be synthesized in the body are essential to good health can only be obtained through taking supplements Save Question 7 (4 points) The current icon to represent the food groups is known as . Question 7 options: The Food Guide Pyramid MyPyramid Idaho Plate Method Save must be obtained from dietary intake MyPlate
Question 8 (4 points)
rice whea t rye barle y Save Question 11 (4 points) Lipase is an enzyme that breaks down
. Question 11 options: carbohydrate protein all of these choices Save Question 12 (4 points) In order to move food from the mouth, down the esophagus, and into the stomach, the food must be made into. Question 12 options: chyme fat
a bolus
The AMDR for protein is percent of total daily calories. Question 15 options: 5 to 10 20 to 35 45 to 65 Save Question 16 (4 points) How many kilocalories are in 24 grams of fat? Question 16 options: 168 96 240 Save Question 17 (4 points) atoms are added to unsaturated fats in order to make liquid fats more solid at room temperature. Question 17 options:
10 to 35
carbon sodium lipid Save Question 18 (4 points) How many amino acids can’t be synthesized in the body? Question 18 options: 21 19 Save Question 19 (4 points) The AMDR for fat is percent of daily kilocalorie intake. Question 19 options: 5 to 10 20 to 35
45 to 65 hydrogen
A triglyceride is formed through a reaction between a glycerol and fatty acid(s). Question 22 options: partial hydrogenation; one lipogenesis; one dehydration; three Save Question 23 (4 points) is the deficiency associated with thiamin. Question 23 options: scurvy rickets anemia Save Question 24 (4 points) Which of the following choices include all of the fat-soluble vitamins? Question 24 options: vitamin B12, vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin D rehydration; three beriberi
vitamin D, vitamin K, thiamin, vitamin B vitamin E, vitamin A, vitamin B6, niacin Save Question 25 (4 points) B-complex vitamins often serve as
. Question 25 options: cofactors/ coenzymes blood thinners a source of calories Save Question 26 (4 points) Flushing is a common side effect from which nutrient? Question 26 options: thiamin vitamin C sodium vitamin A, vitamin D, vitamin E, vitamin K none of these choices niacin
calories consumed.
Question 29 options: exceed are less than double Save Question 30 (4 points) Which of the following daily protein intakes is recommended for endurance and strength training athletes? Question 30 options: 0.8-1.2 grams/kg body weight 0.5-0.8 grams/kg body weight 2.0-2.5 grams/kg body weight Save Question 31 (4 points) All of the following are guidelines for reducing cancer risk EXCEPT: Question 31 options: Limit intake of charred foods. Reduce intake of equals 1.2-1.7 grams/kg body weight
Increase consumption of fruits. Save Question 32 (4 points) Research studies are often used to provide evidence for CAM therapies. Question 32 options: Save Question 33 (4 points) Sodium, calcium, iron, vitamin C, and vitamin A are all required by law to be included on the food label. Question 33 options: False Save Question 34 (4 points) Peanut butter is one example of a high-quality protein. Question 34 options: False True True All of these choice are guidelines to reduce cancer risk. True
False Save Question 35 (4 points) Supplements are approved by the FDA before reaching the market. Question 35 options: True Save Question 36 (4 points) Vitamin D is a nonessential nutrient. Question 36 options: True Save Question 37 (4 points) Weight loss occurs when energy balance is in equilibrium. Question 37 options: True Save Question 38 (4 points) False False False
