Question 1

Lingual lipase breaks down

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A)   triglycerides.
B)   proteins.
C)   carbohydrates.
D)   None of these choices are correct.

Question 2

Some fat is necessary in our diets

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A)   to increase the palatability of foods.
B)   as a carrier of fat-soluble vitamins.
C)   to provide essential fatty acids.
D)   All of these responses are correct.

Question 3

Lipids with high saturated fatty acid content are ____________ at room temperature.

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A)   solid
B)   liquid
C)   warm
D)   gaseous

Question 4

Which of the following correctly characterizes lipids?

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A)   They do not dissolve in water.
B)   They contain carbon, hydrogen, and nitrogen.
C)   They dissolve in water.
D)   They are all classified as sterols.

Question 5

A diet designed to reduce elevated serum LDL cholesterol levels

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A)   is low in saturated fats.
B)   is reduced in dietary cholesterol.
C)   provides adequate amounts of soluble fiber.
D)   All of these choices are correct.

Question 6

Dietary cholesterol should not exceed 300 milligrams per day.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Lipoprotein lipase functions to

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A)   absorb fatty acids and glycerol into the lymph.
B)   reassemble chylomicrons into lipoproteins.
C)   break down triglycerides from lipoproteins for transfer into cells.
D)   break down diglycerides into cholesterol for transfer into cells.

Question 8

Plants contain cholesterol.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Low-density lipoproteins (LDL) are the principal transport vehicle for _______ in the blood.

Accepted Answer

A)   glucose
B)   triglycerides
C)   phospholipids
D)   cholesterol
E)   free fatty acids

Question 10

Saturated fatty acids predominate in which of the following lipids?

Accepted Answer

A)   canola oil
B)   safflower oil
C)   butter
D)   olive oil

Question 11

Which of the following fats and oils provides the most polyunsaturated fatty acids?

Accepted Answer

A)   olive oil
B)   butter
C)   soybean oil
D)   None of the choices are correct.

Question 12

Which of the following is considered a desirable blood level for total cholesterol?

Accepted Answer

A)   200 mg/dl or less
B)   300 mg/dl or less
C)   400 mg/dl or less
D)   500 mg/dl or less

Question 13

The 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that total fat intake should not exceed __________ of total calories and saturated fat intake be limited to _______ of total calories.

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A)   20%; 1%
B)   20%; 5%
C)   35%; 10%
D)   50%; 10%

Question 14

The chief contributors of saturated fatty acids in the U.S.diet include

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A)   whole grains.
B)   sunflower, soybean, and safflower oils.
C)   lecithins.
D)   animal products.

Question 15

Why are nuts a heart healthy food?

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A)   They are rich in antioxidants.
B)   Most nuts are good sources of monounsaturated fatty acids.
C)   They contain no cholesterol.
D)   All of these choices are correct.

Question 16

Excessive intakes of saturated fatty acids tend to

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A)   increase cholesterol deposited in arteries.
B)   decrease cholesterol levels in the veins.
C)   be of no concern to heart disease.
D)   increase HDL levels in the blood.

Question 17

A stroke

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A)   blocks blood flow in the brain.
B)   reduces blood flow in the heart.
C)   reduces blood flow to the gut.
D)   is not associated with fats or lipids.

Question 18

Lard,butter,and cream are rich sources of

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A)   saturated fatty acids.
B)   monounsaturated fatty acids.
C)   polyunsaturated fatty acids.
D)   trans fatty acids.

Question 19

All fat-free foods are healthy for you.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

High levels of ______ in the blood are associated with lower risk of cardiovascular disease.

Accepted Answer

A)   LDL
B)   HDL
C)   total cholesterol
D)   triglycerides

Exam 6: Lipids

Lipoprotein lipase functions to

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Lard,butter,and cream are rich sources of

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Which of the following correctly characterizes lipids?

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All fat-free foods are healthy for you.

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The chief contributors of saturated fatty acids in the U.S.diet include

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Lipids with high saturated fatty acid content are ____________ at room temperature.

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The 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that total fat intake should not exceed __________ of total calories and saturated fat intake be limited to _______ of total calories.

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Low-density lipoproteins (LDL) are the principal transport vehicle for _______ in the blood.

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A stroke

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A diet designed to reduce elevated serum LDL cholesterol levels

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Why are nuts a heart healthy food?

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Dietary cholesterol should not exceed 300 milligrams per day.

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Plants contain cholesterol.

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High levels of ______ in the blood are associated with lower risk of cardiovascular disease.

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Saturated fatty acids predominate in which of the following lipids?

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Some fat is necessary in our diets

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Which of the following is considered a desirable blood level for total cholesterol?

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Which of the following fats and oils provides the most polyunsaturated fatty acids?

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Excessive intakes of saturated fatty acids tend to

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Lingual lipase breaks down

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