Chapter 9 Reading quiz

Question 1

which of the following is defined as “the average daily nutrient requirement adequate for meeting the needs of most healthy people within each life stage and sex”?

Answer 1

Recommended Dietary allowance

Question 2

which of the following is a macronutrient?

Answer 2

Protein

Question 3

the minimum recommended intake of protein for athletes is _______ of body weight.

Answer 3

1.0 g/kg

Question 4

a deficiency in which of the following nutrients is the most prevalent nutrition deficiency worldwide and can cause weakness, fatigue, and decreased exercise capacity?

Answer 4

iron

Question 5

after a 2-hour outdoor training session, an athlete lost 3 pounds (1.4 kg). how much fluid should this athlete consume to return to a more ideal hydration state?

Answer 5

1.5 L (50 ounces)

Question 6

which of the following conditions is defined as having diluted blood sodium levels (<130 mmol/L)

Answer 6

hypothermia

Question 7

a high serum level of which of the following substances is protective against heart disease?

Answer 7

HDL

Question 8

an athlete training for a marathon averages around 95 minutes of training a day at 75% of her VO2Max. if s(57 kg), what is her minimum recommended daily intake of carbohydrates?

Answer 8

456 g

Question 9

excessive intake of which of the following vitamins can lead to liver damage, dizziness, and joint pain?

Answer 9

Vitamin a

Question 10

during prolonged activity in hot weather, an athlete should consume a sport drink that meets which of the following guidelines?

Answer 10

5-10% carbohydrate