Question 1

Each day Bill power-walks for 45 minutes.Which fuel source(s) provide(s) energy during this activity?

Accepted Answer

A)  amino acids and fatty acids
B)  fatty acids and glucose
C)  amino acids and glucose
D)  glucose onlyE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 2

Muscle atrophy results from:

Accepted Answer

A)  disuse.
B)  progressive overload.
C)  cellular damage.
D)  regular exercise.E) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 3

To stay healthy,athletes should consume less than 15% of their kilocalories from fat.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

An athlete commonly experiences heat cramps in the lower back before a warm-up.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Training can enhance the ability to store glycogen.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The process by which more blood flows towards the surface of the skin,allowing heat to be released through sweat,is known as:

Accepted Answer

A)  carbohydrate loading.
B)  evaporative cooling.
C)  the overload principle.
D)  dehydration.E) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 7

Throughout our day,the body uses carbohydrate and fat as fuel.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Most athletes do not consume enough protein to support their added physical activity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which of the following is traditionally used to evaluate the level of intensity of aerobic activity?

Accepted Answer

A)  heart rate/pulse
B)  blood glucose level
C)  blood pressure
D)  distance traveled per unit of time (e.g. ,steps per hour) E) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 10

Osteoporosis,eating disorders,dehydration,and heat illness are all possible consequences of:

Accepted Answer

A)  overtraining.
B)  inadequate dietary intake.
C)  carbohydrate loading.
D)  the Zone Diet.E) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 11

Which of the following BEST describes a physically fit individual?

Accepted Answer

A)  ability to carry out daily activities with vigor and alertness
B)  participation in purposeful,planned,and structured activities
C)  having a low basal metabolic rate
D)  having a high resting heart rateE) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 12

The primary end product of glycolysis is:

Accepted Answer

A)  adenosine triphosphate (ATP) .
B)  creatine phosphate (CP) .
C)  lactic acid.
D)  pyruvate.E) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 13

Which of the following is a potential side effect of carbohydrate loading?

Accepted Answer

A)  metabolic syndrome
B)  diarrhea
C)  hypoglycemia
D)  night sweatsE) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 14

Excessive sweating accompanied by cold and clammy skin,rapid but weak pulse,weakness,nausea,dizziness,headache,and difficulty concentrating are early signs of:

Accepted Answer

A)  hypothermia.
B)  heat cramps.
C)  heat syncope.
D)  heat exhaustion.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 15

Which of the following athletes would be LEAST likely to develop iron deficiency?

Accepted Answer

A)  a female marathon runner
B)  a male distance swimmer
C)  a male basketball player who is a vegan
D)  a female gymnastE) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 16

For older adults and previously inactive individuals,exercise intensity should fall closer to ________ of the maximal heart rate.

Accepted Answer

A)  15%
B)  50%
C)  80%
D)  90%E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 17

Define the term ergogenic aid.Discuss the potential benefits and risks of at least four ergogenic aids that are currently on the market.

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Question 18

The Institute of Medicine recommends a minimum of ________ minutes of physical activity each day for adults.

Accepted Answer

A)  15
B)  30
C)  45
D)  60E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 19

The four components of physical fitness are body composition,flexibility,cardiorespiratory fitness,and musculoskeletal fitness.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Some athletes believe that caffeine can enhance athletic performance because it has been shown to:

Accepted Answer

A)  increase muscle flexibility and strength.
B)  increase the use of fatty acids as a fuel source.
C)  regenerate ATP for energy.
D)  increase the transport of amino acids to exercising muscle.E) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Exam 18: Nutrition and Physical Activity: Keys to Good Health

Each day Bill power-walks for 45 minutes.Which fuel source(s) provide(s) energy during this activity?

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An athlete commonly experiences heat cramps in the lower back before a warm-up.

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For older adults and previously inactive individuals,exercise intensity should fall closer to ________ of the maximal heart rate.

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The primary end product of glycolysis is:

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The four components of physical fitness are body composition,flexibility,cardiorespiratory fitness,and musculoskeletal fitness.

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To stay healthy,athletes should consume less than 15% of their kilocalories from fat.

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Which of the following BEST describes a physically fit individual?

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Throughout our day,the body uses carbohydrate and fat as fuel.

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The Institute of Medicine recommends a minimum of ________ minutes of physical activity each day for adults.

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The process by which more blood flows towards the surface of the skin,allowing heat to be released through sweat,is known as:

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Which of the following is a potential side effect of carbohydrate loading?

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Osteoporosis,eating disorders,dehydration,and heat illness are all possible consequences of:

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Which of the following athletes would be LEAST likely to develop iron deficiency?

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Most athletes do not consume enough protein to support their added physical activity.

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Excessive sweating accompanied by cold and clammy skin,rapid but weak pulse,weakness,nausea,dizziness,headache,and difficulty concentrating are early signs of:

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Training can enhance the ability to store glycogen.

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Some athletes believe that caffeine can enhance athletic performance because it has been shown to:

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Which of the following is traditionally used to evaluate the level of intensity of aerobic activity?

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Muscle atrophy results from:

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Define the term ergogenic aid.Discuss the potential benefits and risks of at least four ergogenic aids that are currently on the market.

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