Question 1

An increase in the spread of foodborne illness could be attributed to all of the following EXCEPT

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A)  the globalization of the food supply.
B)  increased consumption of locally grown or raised food.
C)  the inadvertent introduction of pathogens into new geographic regions.
D)  insufficient education about food safety.

Question 2

Individuals need more protein if they are pregnant,fighting off a serious infection,or recovering from surgery or burns.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

All of the following points about the Dietary Guidelines for Americans are true EXCEPT that

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A)  they are a set of recommendations for healthy eating.
B)  they form the basis for the MyPlate food guidance system.
C)  they provide specific recipes to facilitate meal preparation.
D)  they are designed to combat the growing obesity epidemic. C

Question 4

What percentage of a person's body weight is water?

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A)  10 to 30 percent
B)  30 to 50 percent
C)  50 to 70 percent
D)  70 to 90 percent

Question 5

The complex carbohydrate form of a sugar that is stored in the liver and muscles is

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A)  glucagon.
B)  galactose.
C)  glucose.
D)  glycogen.

Question 6

Food allergy and food intolerance mean the same thing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 7

Which of the following foods is an example of a complete protein?

Accepted Answer

A)  pinto beans
B)  chicken breast
C)  peanuts
D)  whole-grain bread

Question 8

Organic farming is better for the environment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 9

Which of the following vitamins is readily excreted from the body in urine and unlikely to develop to toxic levels?

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A)  vitamin A
B)  vitamin C
C)  vitamin D
D)  vitamin E

Question 10

One medium fruit serving is about the size of a(n)

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A)  checkbook.
B)  golf ball.
C)  baseball.
D)  egg.

Question 11

The ideal cholesterol ratio for an individual would include

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A)  high HDL and high LDL.
B)  low HDL and low LDL.
C)  low HDL and high LDL.
D)  high HDL and low LDL.

Question 12

Which is NOT a good source of folate?

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A)  spinach
B)  liver
C)  lentils
D)  fish

Question 13

Potent and essential organic compounds that promote growth and help to maintain life and health are

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A)  minerals.
B)  nutrients.
C)  vitamins.
D)  additives.

Question 14

Alicia doesn't eat meat,cheese,or eggs.She is making her shopping list for the week and wants to make sure that she buys beans,nuts,grains,and seeds to meet her protein needs.Combining two or more of these plant sources in a meal will provide her with

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A)  simple carbohydrates.
B)  complementary proteins.
C)  resistant proteins.
D)  omega-3 fats.

Question 15

A person who avoids all foods and food products of animal origin,including dairy and eggs,is a

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A)  lacto-ovo-vegetarian.
B)  vegetarian.
C)  vegan.
D)  pesco-vegetarian.

Question 16

Explain the difference between a food allergy and a food intolerance.Give examples of each.

Accepted Answer

A food allergy is an immune hypersensiti...

Question 17

Kurt,who is a vegetarian,had a cheese omelet for lunch.He is a

Accepted Answer

A)  pesco-vegetarian.
B)  lacto-vegetarian.
C)  lacto-ovo-vegetarian.
D)  semivegetarian.

Question 18

What substance is not soluble in water,is derived from animal-based foods and synthesized by the body,and while circulating in the blood,can accumulate on the inner walls of arteries and restrict blood flow?

Accepted Answer

A)  cholesterol
B)  high-density lipoproteins
C)  triglycerides
D)  saturated fat

Question 19

Which controversial process is used by some food growers to enhance production and create disease- or insect-resistant plants?

Accepted Answer

A)  cross pollination
B)  genetic modification
C)  crop rotation
D)  soil rejuvenation

Question 20

Fats should make up less than 10 percent of daily calories consumed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 13: Nutrition: Eating for a Healthier You

An increase in the spread of foodborne illness could be attributed to all of the following EXCEPT

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Individuals need more protein if they are pregnant,fighting off a serious infection,or recovering from surgery or burns.

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All of the following points about the Dietary Guidelines for Americans are true EXCEPT that

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What percentage of a person's body weight is water?

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The complex carbohydrate form of a sugar that is stored in the liver and muscles is

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Food allergy and food intolerance mean the same thing.

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Which of the following foods is an example of a complete protein?

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Organic farming is better for the environment.

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Which of the following vitamins is readily excreted from the body in urine and unlikely to develop to toxic levels?

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One medium fruit serving is about the size of a(n)

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The ideal cholesterol ratio for an individual would include

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Which is NOT a good source of folate?

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Potent and essential organic compounds that promote growth and help to maintain life and health are

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A person who avoids all foods and food products of animal origin,including dairy and eggs,is a

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Kurt,who is a vegetarian,had a cheese omelet for lunch.He is a

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What substance is not soluble in water,is derived from animal-based foods and synthesized by the body,and while circulating in the blood,can accumulate on the inner walls of arteries and restrict blood flow?

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Which controversial process is used by some food growers to enhance production and create disease- or insect-resistant plants?

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Fats should make up less than 10 percent of daily calories consumed.

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