Question 1

Which of the following does NOT contain mostly monounsaturated fatty acids?

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A)  olive oil
B)  safflower oil
C)  peanut oil
D)  palm oilE) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 2

Connie is satisfied with her weight but would like to improve her eating habits. She typically has several slices of toast and a large coffee for breakfast, a turkey sandwich and chips or sausage pizza for lunch, and a pasta dish with baked chicken or pork chops for supper. She often has an evening snack of fat-free pudding or yogurt. She drinks unsweetened iced tea, regular colas, water, and an occasional glass of milk.
-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) All of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 3

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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Question 4

A mineral commonly lacking in American diets is

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A)  phosphorus.
B)  iron.
C)  chloride.
D)  sodium.E) A) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 5

Food irradiation

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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) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 6

Which of the following statements about free radicals is TRUE?

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A)  Free radicals have been implicated in aging and many diseases.
B)  Free radicals are produced when the body uses oxygen or breaks down fats and proteins.
C)  Free radical production is increased by environmental factors such as exhaust fumes.
D)  All of these are true.E) None of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 7

Which of the following statements about trans fatty acids is TRUE?

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A)  They raise the levels of low-density lipoproteins in the blood.
B)  They lower the levels of high-density lipoproteins in the blood.
C)  They increase one's risk of developing heart disease.
D)  All of these statements are true.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 8

The primary function of vitamins is

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A)  to serve as an important component of muscle.
B)  to provide texture and flavor to foods.
C)  to regulate various chemical reactions within cells.
D)  all of these.E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 9

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

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A)  red meats.
B)  whole milk and cheese.
C)  fish.
D)  hot dogs and lunch meats.E) A) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 10

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) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 11

Muscles and bones,the main structural components of the body,are made up of

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A)  proteins.
B)  fats.
C)  lipids.
D)  carbohydrates.E) A) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 12

The recommended daily fat intake is 20-35 percent of total daily calories.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

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) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 14

Which of the following statements about alcohol is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is not an essential nutrient.
B)  It supplies 9 calories of energy per gram.
C)  It plays an important role in supplying necessary enzymes.
D)  It cannot be converted into fat.E) B) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 15

Vegetarians who eat no meat,poultry,or fish,but do eat eggs and dairy products,are called

Accepted Answer

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

Question 16

Carbohydrates are classified into two groups: simple and complex.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

A food rich in calcium is

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A)  low-fat milk.
B)  lean meat.
C)  carrots.
D)  apples.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 18

Endurance athletes may benefit from consuming additional

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A)  carbohydrates.
B)  proteins.
C)  vitamins.
D)  minerals.E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 19

Of the 20 common amino acids,how many of these are termed "essential"?

Accepted Answer

A)  1
B)  5
C)  9
D)  11E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

A)  1 hour.
B)  2 hours.
C)  3 hours.
D)  4 hours. E) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

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