Question 1

The recommended daily intake of protein is _______________ of total daily calories.

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A)  less than 10 percent
B)  10-35 percent
C)  20-40 percent
D)  45-65 percentE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 2

Soybeans contain mostly polyunsaturated fat.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

One potentially fatal vitamin deficiency disease,caused by a lack of vitamin C in the diet,is

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A)  beriberi.
B)  anemia.
C)  rickets.
D)  scurvy.E) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 4

All of the following are good sources of viscous types of fiber EXCEPT

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A)  fruit.
B)  wheat bran.
C)  legumes.
D)  oats.E) A) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 5

Protein sources that provide (in adequate amounts) all the amino acids that cannot be manufactured in the body are considered

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A)  complete.
B)  essential.
C)  nonessential.
D)  incomplete.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 6

Vegans eat plant food,dairy products,and eggs.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Which of the following essential nutrients do NOT supply energy?

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A)  proteins
B)  fats
C)  carbohydrates
D)  vitaminsE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 8

Individuals with diabetes benefit from a diet that is low in simple sugars and complex carbohydrates.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Leading sources of saturated fat in the American diet include all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  red meats.
B)  whole milk and cheese.
C)  fish.
D)  hot dogs and lunch meats.E) B) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 10

Identify the six classes of essential nutrients;for each,give at least two major functions it performs in the body and two key food sources.

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Question 11

Which of the following statements about vitamins is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

A)  Vitamins are required by the body in large amounts.
B)  Vitamins are important in the maintenance of the immune system.
C)  Vitamins provide direct energy to the body.
D)  Vitamins are best taken in the form of vitamin supplements.E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 12

Vegetarians who include milk and cheese products and small amounts of fish and poultry in their diets are called

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A)  vegans.
B)  lacto-vegetarians.
C)  lacto-ovo-vegetarians.
D)  semivegetarians.E) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 13

Food irradiation

Accepted Answer

A)  is currently approved only for red meat.
B)  utilizes radioactive materials.
C)  does not require special labeling.
D)  reduces spoilage of treated foods.E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 14

Which of the following statements about vegetable oils that have been hydrogenated is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

A)  They tend to be higher in saturated fat.
B)  They tend not to contain trans fats.
C)  They tend to be liquid at room temperature.
D)  All of these statements are true.E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 15

Complete proteins are found in animal food sources.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Individuals with high blood pressure may benefit from dietary restriction of

Accepted Answer

A)  calcium.
B)  vitamin B-12.
C)  sodium.
D)  fiber.E) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 17

Connie's current diet is most likely to be adequate in which of the following nutrients?

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A)  calcium
B)  fiber
C)  protein
D)  folateE) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 18

When John doesn't eat enough carbohydrates to satisfy his body's needs,where will his body get the needed fuel?

Accepted Answer

A)  fats
B)  proteins
C)  vitamins
D)  mineralsE) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 19

List the food groups in the USDA's MyPlate.For each group,provide the suggested range of daily servings.

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Question 20

Which of the following is NOT a function of fats?

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A)  They help insulate your body.
B)  They support and cushion your organs.
C)  They remove waste products.
D)  They help your body absorb fat-soluble vitamins.E) All of the above
F) A) and D)

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Vegans eat plant food,dairy products,and eggs.

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Food irradiation

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Protein sources that provide (in adequate amounts) all the amino acids that cannot be manufactured in the body are considered

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The recommended daily intake of protein is _______________ of total daily calories.

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Which of the following essential nutrients do NOT supply energy?

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Which of the following is NOT a function of fats?

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Complete proteins are found in animal food sources.

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Connie's current diet is most likely to be adequate in which of the following nutrients?

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Soybeans contain mostly polyunsaturated fat.

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Vegetarians who include milk and cheese products and small amounts of fish and poultry in their diets are called

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Which of the following statements about vegetable oils that have been hydrogenated is TRUE?

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Leading sources of saturated fat in the American diet include all of the following EXCEPT

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All of the following are good sources of viscous types of fiber EXCEPT

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Which of the following statements about vitamins is TRUE?

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Individuals with high blood pressure may benefit from dietary restriction of

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When John doesn't eat enough carbohydrates to satisfy his body's needs,where will his body get the needed fuel?

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Individuals with diabetes benefit from a diet that is low in simple sugars and complex carbohydrates.

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Identify the six classes of essential nutrients;for each,give at least two major functions it performs in the body and two key food sources.

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