Test Questions Flashcards
1
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- Which two lifestyle habits are more influential than diet?
a. Being active; smoking and other tobacco use
b. Drinking alcohol in excess; taking drugs
c. Sleep deprivation; being inactive
d. Smoking and other tobacco use; drinking alcohol in
excess
e. Taking drugs; sleep deprivation
A
D
2
Q
- Which four causes of death in the U.S. are directly related to dietary choices?
a. Heart disease, cancers, strokes, and diabetes
b. Heart disease, accidents, kidney disease, and
diabetes
c. Heart disease, kidney disease, diabetes, and
accidents
d. Alzheimer’s, accidents, cancers, and heart disease
e. Alzheimer’s, diabetes, strokes, and cancers
A
A
3
Q
- Body type and body locations where fat is accumulated is genetically determined. Which statements are true regarding our genes?
a. Only 10% of the human genome accounts for all our individual differences
b. Only 1% of the human genome accounts for all our individual differences
c. Only 0.1% of the human genome accounts for all our individual differences
d. Our genes are coiled molecules of nucleic acids that map our weight pre-birth
e. Our genes entirely determine our height and weight
A
C
4
Q
- What is the best definition of a functional food?
a. The foods that are specially manufactured for use by people with medical disorders and administered on the advice of a physician
b. Foods that are minimally process and considered wholesome
c. Food subjected to any process, such as milling, alteration of texture, addition of additives, cooking, or others
d. Foods grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers
e. Whole or modified foods that contain bioactive food components believed to provide health benefits
A
E
5
Q
- What stage of behavioral change is characterized by admitting change may be needed?
a. Preparation
b. Action
c. Maintenance
d. Pre-contemplation
e. Contemplation
A
E
6
Q
- What is the most credible source of nutritional information?
a. Scientific journals
b. Television documentaries
c. Fitness magazines
d. Health section of newspapers
e. Nutrition-themed websites
A
A
7
Q
- (LO 1.1) Both heart disease and cancer are due to genetic causes, and diet cannot influence whether they occur.
a. T
b. F
A
F
8
Q
- (LO 1.1) Some conditions, such as ________, are almost entirely nutrition related.
a. cancer
b. Down syndrome
c. iron-deficiency anemia
d. sickle-cell anemia
A
C
9
Q
- (LO 1.2) The nutrition objectives for the nation, as part of Healthy People 2020,
a. envision a society in which all people live long, healthy lives.
b. track and identify cancers as a major killer of people in the United States.
c. set U.S. nutrition-and weight-related goals, one decade at a time.
d. a and c.
A
D
10
Q
- (LO 1.2) According to a national 2010 health report,
a. most people’s diets lacked enough fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
b. most people were sufficiently physically active.
c. the number of overweight people was declining.
d. the nation had fully met the previous Healthy Peopleobjectives.
A
A
11
Q
- (LO 1.3) Energy-yielding nutrients include all of the following except __________.
a. vitamins
b. carbohydrates
c. fat
d. protein
A
A
12
Q
- (LO 1.3) Organic nutrients include all of the following except __________.
a. minerals
b. fat
c. carbohydrates
d. protein
A
A
13
Q
- (LO 1.3) Both carbohydrates and protein have 4 calories per gram.
a. T
b. F
A
T
14
Q
- (LO 1.4) One of the characteristics of a nutritious diet is that the diet provides no constituent in excess. This principle of diet planning is called __________.
a. adequacy
b. balance
c. moderation
d. variety
A
C
15
Q
- (LO 1.4) Which of the following is an example of a processed food?
a. carrots
b. bread
c. nuts
d. watermelon
A
B
16
Q
- (LO 1.4) People most often choose foods for the nutrients they provide.
a. T
b. F
A
B
17
Q
- (LO 1.5) Studies of populations in which observation is accompanied by experimental manipulation of some population members are referred to as __________.
a. case studies
b. intervention studies
c. laboratory studies
d. epidemiological studies
A
B
18
Q
- (LO 1.5) An important national food and nutrient intake survey, called What We Eat in America, is part of
a. NHANES.
b. FDA.
c. USDA.
d. none of the above.
A
A
19
Q
- (LO 1.6) Behavior change is a process that takes place in stages.
a. T
b. F
A
T
20
Q
- (LO 1.6) A person who is setting goals in preparation for a behavior change is in a stage called Precontemplation.
a. T
b. F
A
F
21
Q
- (LO 1.7) A slice of peach pie supplies 357 calories with 48 units of vitamin A; one large peach provides 42 calories and 53 units of vitamin A. This is an example of __________.
a. calorie control
b. nutrient density
c. variety
d. essential nutrients
A
B
22
Q
- (LO 1.7) A person who wishes to meet nutrient needs while not overconsuming calories is wise to master
a. the concept of nutrient density.
b. the concept of carbohydrate reduction.
c. the concept of nutrients per dollar.
d. French cooking.
A
A
23
Q
- (LO 1.8) “Red flags” that can help to identify nutrition quackery include
a. enticingly quick and simple answers to complex problems.
b. efforts to cast suspicion on the regular food supply.
c. solid support and praise from users.
d. all of the above.
A
D
24
Q
- (LO 1.8) In this nation, stringent controls make it difficult to obtain a bogus nutrition credential.
a. T
b. F
A
F
25
Q
- Which of the following comprise the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI)?
a. Recommended Daily Allotment (RDA), Allowable Intakes (AI), Tolerable Upper Intake Levels (UL), Energy Average Requirements (EAR), Acceptable Minimal Distribution Ranges (AMDR)
b. Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA), Adequate Intakes (AI), Tolerable Upper Intake Levels (UL), Estimated Average Requirements (EAR), Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges (AMDR)
c. Reliable Dietary Average (RDA), Allowable Intakes (AI), Upper Intakes (UL), Estimated Average Requirements (EAR), Acceptable Micronutrient Distribution Ranges (AMDR)
d. Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA), Adequate Intakes (AI), Allowable Upper Intake Levels (UL), Estimated Average Requirements (EAR), Acceptable Minimal Distribution Ranges (AMDR)
e. Recommended Daily Allotment (RDA), Adequate Intakes (AI), Upper Intakes (UL), Energy Average Requirements (EAR), Acceptable Micronutrient Distribution Ranges (AMDR)
A
B
26
Q
- According to the DRI, what is the recommended proportion of fat intake to allow a proper balance with the other two macronutrients?
a. 5-10% of daily calories from fat
b. 10-15% of daily calories from fat
c. 15-25% of daily calories from fat
d. 20-35% of daily calories from fat
e. 35-50% of daily calories from fat
A
D
27
Q
- The Dietary Guidelines for Americans state that a few nutrients are over-consumed while others are deficient. What are two overconsumed nutrients?
a. Unsaturated fat and potassium
b. Saturated fat and calcium
c. Saturated fat and sodium
d. Protein and starch
e. Protein and sodium
A
C
28
Q
- What improvements are needed in the average U.S. diet to meet intake goals of foods that are under-consumed?
a. Less whole grain, more vegetables, more fat
b. Less refined grains, more vegetables, more protein
c. More whole grains, less fruit, and less milk
d. More refined grains, more fruit, and more protein
e. More whole grains, more fruit, and more milk
A
E
29
Q
- Which vegetables should be limited due to high solid fat and/or added sugar content?
a. Baked beans, potato salad, and coleslaw
b. Kidney beans, coleslaw, and pumpkin
c. Refried beans, tomatoes, and soybeans
d. Baked potato, French fries, and artichokes
e. Eggplant, French fries, and mushrooms
A
A
30
Q
- An active 28 year old woman wants to plan how many calories she’s allowed each day. What is her estimated calorie need/day based on the parameters above?
a. 2,800 calories
b. 2,400 calories
c. 2,200 calories
d. 2,000 calories
e. 1,800 calories
A
B
31
Q
- What determines the order of ingredients on food labels?
a. Descending order by cost
b. Descending order by calories
c. Descending order by weight
d. Alphabetical order
e. Reverse alphabetical order
A
C
32
Q
- Some statements on food labels are more reliable than others. Which type of claim on food labels is the least reliable and should often be ignored?
a. Nutrient claims
b. Health claims
c. Calorie claims
d. Structure-function claims
e. Cost claims
A
D
33
Q
- (LO 2.1) The nutrient standards in use today include all of the following except __________.
a. Adequate Intakes (AI)
b. Daily Minimum Requirements (DMR)
c. Daily Values (DV)
d. a and c
A
B
34
Q
- (LO 2.1) The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) were devised for which of the following purposes?
a. to set nutrient goals for individuals
b. to suggest upper limits of intakes, above which toxicity is likely
c. to set average nutrient requirements for use in research
d. all of the above
A
D
35
Q
- (LO 2.1) The energy intake recommendation is set at a level predicted to maintain body weight.
a. T
b. F
A
T
36
Q
- (LO 2.1) The DRI are for all people, regardless of their medical history.
a. T
b. F
A
F
37
Q
- (LO 2.2) Which of the following is not an action that could help meet the ideals of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?
a. increase intakes of vegetables
b. increase intakes of nutrient-dense foods
c. reduce intakes of artificial ingredients
d. increase intakes of whole grains
A
C
38
Q
- (LO 2.2) The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend physical activity to help balance calorie intakes to achieve and sustain a healthy body weight.
a. T
b. F
A
T
39
Q
- (LO 2.3) According to the USDA Eating Patterns, which of the following vegetables should be limited?
a. carrots
b. avocados
c. baked beans
d. potatoes
A
C
40
Q
- (LO 2.3) The USDA Eating Patterns recommend a small amount of daily oil from which of these sources?
a. olives
b. nuts
c. vegetable oil
d. all of the above
A
D
41
Q
- (LO 2.3) People who choose not to eat meat or animal products need to find an alternative to the USDA Eating Patterns when planning their diets.
a. T
b. F
A
F
42
Q
- (LO 2.4) To plan a healthy diet that correctly assigns the needed amounts of food from each food group, the diet planner should start by consulting
a. USDA Eating Patterns.
b. Dietary Reference Intakes.
c. sample menus.
d. none of the above.
A
A
43
Q
- (LO 2.4) A properly planned diet controls calories by excluding snacks.
a. T
b. F
A
F
44
Q
- (LO 2.5) Which of the following values is found on food labels?
a. Recommended Dietary Allowances
b. Dietary Reference Intakes
c. Daily Values
d. Estimated Average Requirements
A
C
45
Q
- (LO 2.5) By law, food labels must name the ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight and in ordinary language.
a. T
b. F
A
T
46
Q
- (LO 2.5) To be labeled “low fat,” a food must contain 3 grams of fat or less per serving.
a. T
b. F
A
T