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Question 1

of the following, which nutrient deficiencies are related to stunted growth?
{vitamin C, iron, riboflavin, Zinc, Iodine, Vitamin A}

Answer 1

iron, Zinc, Iodine, Vitamin A

Question 2

of the following, which nutrient deficiencies are related to impaired immune function?
{vitamin C, iron, Zinc, Iodine, Vitamin A, Thiamin}

Answer 2

vitamin A, Iron, Vitamin C, Zinc, protein

Question 3

nearly __% of the global food supply ends up in landfills as waste

Answer 3

40%

Question 4

what is it known as when the quality, variety, and/or desirability of the diet are reduced and there is difficult at times providing enough food for everyone in the household?

Answer 4

food insecurity

Question 5

What sensations are often used to describe hunger?
{vision difficulties, weakness, discomfort, pain, uneasiness}

Answer 5

weakness, discomfort, pain, uneasiness

Question 6

which of the following are physiological symptoms of hunger?
{stomach pain, weakness, frequent urination, increased subcutaneous fat}

Answer 6

stomach pain & weakness.

Question 7

about 11% of U.S. households report:
poverty, extreme poverty, food insecurity, food security.

Answer 7

food insecurity.

Question 8

The world produces enough food to feed _____ the global population
90% of
1.5 times
100% of
3 times

Answer 8

1.5 times

Question 9

approximately _____ of the annual global human food production gets lost or wasted

Answer 9

one-third

Question 10

chronic hunger is associated w/ increased susceptibility to _________ disease.
{chronic/infectious}

Answer 10

infectious

Question 11

which of the following are associated w/ chronic hunger?
{reduced energy & strength, increased birthweights, impaired ability to learn, increased susceptibility to infection}

Answer 11

reduced energy & strength, impaired ability to learn, increased susceptibility to infection

Question 12

choose the factors that make it difficult for homeless individuals to get access to food assistance.
a) proof of residence is often required
b) amount of food that can be taken home each month is limited
c) an abundant supply of food that is easily accessible
d) hours are limited
e) appointments must be made in advance

Answer 12

a) proof of residence is often required
b) amount of food that can be taken home each month is limited
d) hours are limited
e) appointments must be made in advance

Question 13

{sustainable agriculture, biotechnology, fortification, retroviral therapy} is a collection of processes that use biological systems to alter and improve characteristics of plants and animals

Answer 13

biotechnology

Question 14

what is the primary short-term problem w/ getting food to those who need it in the developing world?
a) nutritious quality of the food
b) food distribution
c) use of the food (supply chain)
d) food production

Answer 14

food distribution & use of the food (supply chain)

Question 15

during the 1960s & 1970s undernutrition in developing countries was perceived as a {political, religious, nonexistent, technical} problem

Answer 15

technical

Question 16

According to the Food and Agriculture organization of the United Nations, what must be done if food production is to keep up with the expanding population?

Answer 16

protection of the earth’s already deteriorated environment from further destruction

Question 17

In the developing world, agricultural production is ______.
a) depleting natural resources
b) not sustainable for the long term
c) insufficient to meet the needs of the population
d) being revolutionized by biotechnology

Answer 17

a) depleting natural resources
b) not sustainable for the long term

Question 18

Worldwide hunger is primarily an outcome of
a) inequitable distribution of food resources from around the world
b) poor planning in developed and under developed countries
c) food shortages

Answer 18

a) inequitable distribution of food resources around the world

Question 19

Environmentally unsustainable farming methods are undermining food production, especially in {developing countries, undeveloped countries, developed countries}

Answer 19

developing countries

Question 20

______ uses the largest proportion of the world’s freshwater resources.
a) municipal drinking water
b) transportation
c) manufacturing
d) agriculture

Answer 20

agriculture

Question 21

Which of the following is a true statement about the relationship between AIDS and nutrition?
a) high-dose supplementation w/ vitamin A & zinc can cure AIDs
b) taking antioxidant supplements can prevent HIV transmission
c) risk for obesity increases due to declining energy needs
d) use of a balanced multivitamin & mineral supplement slows deterioration of health

Answer 21

d) use of a balanced multivitamin & mineral supplement slows deterioration of health

Question 22

Suitable technologies that need to be encouraged so that small farmers can flourish include:
a) preserving local staples
b) processing local staples
c) marketing local staples
d) cooking local staples

Answer 22

a) preserving local staples
b) processing local staples
c) marketing local staples

Question 23

What are some problems with providing food aid to underdeveloped countries?
a) food may not be culturally acceptable
b) reduces incentives for local food production
c) difficulty in transferring food to where its needed
d) high nutrient density of food can make people sick

Answer 23

a) food may not be culturally acceptable
b) reduces incentives for local food production
c) difficulty in transferring food to where it’s needed

Question 24

Suitable technologies for processing, preserving, marketing, and distributing nutritious local staples need to be encouraged so that
a) anyone can be a farmer
b) large corporations will be successful in small communities
c) small farms can merge to form larger farms
d) small farmers can flourish

Answer 24

d) small farmers can flourish

Question 25

Breeding the best bull with the best cows is an example of _____.
a) genetic engineering
b) biotechnology
c) recombinant DNA technology
d) GMOs

Answer 25

b) biotechnology

Question 26

Who is most likely to benefit from biotechnology in farming?
large or small farmers

Answer 26

large farms

Question 27

What are the reinforcing pillars of sustainable development?

Answer 27

social development

economic development

environmental protection

Question 28

Which of the following innovations may help to lessen world hunger for years to come?

Answer 28

pest-resistant, drought-resistant, & self-fertilizing crops

Question 29

Which agency is responsible for overseeing new products using biotechnology?

Answer 29

FDA

Question 30

Which genetically modified foods have the most potential to reduce nutrient deficiencies?

Answer 30

plant breeding for micronutrients

Question 31

Up to 17 million farmers in 26 countries have planted over 190 million hectares of ______ crops.
a) pesticide-free
b) biotech
c) deforestation

Answer 31

b) biotech

Question 32

Older adults need nutrient-dense diets because

Answer 32

they must meet micronutrient requirements without exceeding energy requirements.