Question 1

The leading source of added sugar in the American diet is

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A)  candy bars.
B)  artificial sweeteners.
C)  soda.
D)  cakes and cookies.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 2

Some vitamins are dangerous when ingested in excess.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

If the air temperature is 75°F,cooked or refrigerated foods should not be left at room temperature for more than

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A)  1 hour.
B)  2 hours.
C)  3 hours.
D)  4 hours.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 4

The FDA requires special labeling for foods from genetically modified or cloned sources.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The use of food irradiation is not permitted on foods certified as organic.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Osteoporosis is associated with low intake of

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A)  calcium.
B)  phosphorus.
C)  zinc.
D)  iron.E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 7

The 2005 Dietary Food Guidelines encourage Americans to consume more of which of the following?

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A)  simple carbohydrates
B)  sodium
C)  whole grains
D)  All of these choices are correct.E) C) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 8

Vegans eat plant food,dairy products,and eggs.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which of the following is a source of incomplete protein?

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A)  meat
B)  beans
C)  eggs
D)  cheeseE) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 10

What is the main nutrition-related problem likely to be encountered by a vegan if his or her diet is not carefully selected?

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A)  high cholesterol level
B)  insufficient intake of vitamin B-12
C)  insufficient intake of complex carbohydrates
D)  insufficient intake of fiberE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 11

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding vegetarians?

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A)  Semivegetarians eat fish but do not eat dairy products.
B)  Lacto-vegetarians eat fish and plant foods.
C)  Lacto-ovo-vegetarians do not eat eggs.
D)  Vegans eat only plant foods.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 12

Human body weight is composed of approximately _______________ water.

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A)  20-30 percent
B)  40-50 percent
C)  50-60 percent
D)  80-100 percentE) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 13

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding fats?

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A)  They are the most concentrated source of energy.
B)  Food fats are composed of both saturated and unsaturated fatty acids.
C)  Food fats containing large amounts of saturated fatty acids are usually liquid at room temperature.
D)  They are the most concentrated source of energy,and food fats are composed of both saturated and unsaturated fatty acids.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 14

Select one of the following food-related issues,and take a position-pro or con.Describe your point of view and your reasoning;give at least three arguments to support your position.
-Wider use of genetically-modified foods
-Greater regulation of dietary supplements
-Wider use of food irradiation

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I will take a position against the wider...

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a fat-soluble vitamin?

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A)  vitamin A
B)  vitamin B
C)  vitamin D
D)  vitamin KE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 16

Which of the following are richest in complex carbohydrates?

Accepted Answer

A)  grains and legumes
B)  fruits,milk,and cheese
C)  milk and vegetables
D)  fruits and honeyE) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 17

The Food and Nutrition Board defines ________________ as nondigestible carbohydrates that occur naturally in plant foods.

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A)  dietary fiber
B)  functional fiber
C)  whole grains
D)  viscous fiberE) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 18

Fiber can help

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A)  prevent constipation by increasing fecal bulk.
B)  manage diabetes by slowing the movement of glucose into the blood.
C)  reduce the absorption of cholesterol.
D)  prevent constipation by increasing fecal bulk and manage diabetes by slowing the movement of glucose into the blood.
E)  All of these choices are true.F) D) and E)
G) A) and E)

Question 19

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans includes ten total guidelines;list at least six of these guidelines.For each of the guidelines you list,give at least one practical strategy for putting the guideline into action.

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The Dietary Guidelines for Americans inc...

Question 20

The recommended daily intake of protein is ________ of total daily calories

Accepted Answer

A)  less than 10 percent
B)  10-35 percent
C)  20-35 percent
D)  45-65 percentE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Exam 12: Nutrition Basics

The use of food irradiation is not permitted on foods certified as organic.

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Vegans eat plant food,dairy products,and eggs.

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The leading source of added sugar in the American diet is

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Human body weight is composed of approximately _______________ water.

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Which of the following are richest in complex carbohydrates?

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Osteoporosis is associated with low intake of

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If the air temperature is 75°F,cooked or refrigerated foods should not be left at room temperature for more than

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The 2005 Dietary Food Guidelines encourage Americans to consume more of which of the following?

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Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding fats?

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What is the main nutrition-related problem likely to be encountered by a vegan if his or her diet is not carefully selected?

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Which of the following is a source of incomplete protein?

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The recommended daily intake of protein is ________ of total daily calories

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The Food and Nutrition Board defines ________________ as nondigestible carbohydrates that occur naturally in plant foods.

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The FDA requires special labeling for foods from genetically modified or cloned sources.

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Some vitamins are dangerous when ingested in excess.

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Fiber can help

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Which of the following is NOT a fat-soluble vitamin?

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