Question 1

The number of servings to consume from each MyPlate food group depends on a person's

Accepted Answer

A)  height, weight, and waist circumference. 
B)  taste preferences. 
C)  age, gender, height, and weight. 
D)  frame size. 
A)  height, weight, and waist circumference. 
B)  taste preferences. 
C)  age, gender, height, and weight. 
D)  frame size.

Question 2

One serving of Raisin Bran cereal contains 50 percent of the 18 mg Daily Value for iron. How much iron will one serving of your cereal provide?

Accepted Answer

A)  5 mg 
B)  9 mg 
C)  15 mg 
D)  36 mg 
A)  5 mg 
B)  9 mg 
C)  15 mg 
D)  36 mg

Question 3

The acronym DRI stands for

Accepted Answer

A)  Dietary Required Intake. 
B)  Dietary Reference Intake. 
C)  Daily Required Intake. 
D)  Daily Reference Intake. 
A)  Dietary Required Intake. 
B)  Dietary Reference Intake. 
C)  Daily Required Intake. 
D)  Daily Reference Intake.

Question 4

EER refers to

Accepted Answer

A)  a set of nutrient recommendations that includes RDAs, AIs, and ULs. 
B)  estimated calorie needs for the average person of a specific height, weight, age, gender, and physical activity pattern. 
C)  a person's actual calorie needs, as measured by calorimetry. 
D)  the level of dietary intake of a nutrient that is likely to meet the needs of nearly all healthy individuals in a particular life stage and gender group. 
A)  a set of nutrient recommendations that includes RDAs, AIs, and ULs. 
B)  estimated calorie needs for the average person of a specific height, weight, age, gender, and physical activity pattern. 
C)  a person's actual calorie needs, as measured by calorimetry. 
D)  the level of dietary intake of a nutrient that is likely to meet the needs of nearly all healthy individuals in a particular life stage and gender group.

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a true statement about the MyPlate Fruit group?

Accepted Answer

A)  Eat 2 cups every day for every 2000 kcal. 
B)  Eat a variety of fruit. 
C)  Include plenty of fruit juices for your fruit servings. 
D)  Choose fresh, frozen, canned, or dried fruit. 
A)  Eat 2 cups every day for every 2000 kcal. 
B)  Eat a variety of fruit. 
C)  Include plenty of fruit juices for your fruit servings. 
D)  Choose fresh, frozen, canned, or dried fruit.

Question 6

Which of the following measures does NOT assess nutritional status?

Accepted Answer

A)  Dietary analysis 
B)  Biochemical evaluation 
C)  Clinical evaluation 
D)  Psychoanalysis 
A)  Dietary analysis 
B)  Biochemical evaluation 
C)  Clinical evaluation 
D)  Psychoanalysis

Question 7

According to MyPlate, how much do you need from the Protein Foods group when consuming a 2,000-calorie diet?

Accepted Answer

A)  2 to 3 ounce-equivalents every day 
B)  4 ounce-equivalents every day 
C)  5 1/2 ounce-equivalents every day 
D)  10 ounce-equivalents every day 
A)  2 to 3 ounce-equivalents every day 
B)  4 ounce-equivalents every day 
C)  5 1/2 ounce-equivalents every day 
D)  10 ounce-equivalents every day

Question 8

Missy visits a doctor because she feels tired most of the time, is easily distracted, and feels chilled. As part of her examination, Missy has blood drawn to be tested for concentrations of nutrients and their by-products. This part of the examination is the

Accepted Answer

A)  anthropometric assessment. 
B)  physical examination. 
C)  biochemical evaluation. 
D)  clinical examination. 
A)  anthropometric assessment. 
B)  physical examination. 
C)  biochemical evaluation. 
D)  clinical examination.

Question 9

Which meal contains foods from all food groups represented in MyPlate?

Accepted Answer

A)  Chef's salad containing ham, lettuce, an egg, Thousand Island dressing, and croutons; bagel; apple; and soft drink 
B)  Steak, baked potato with margarine, broccoli, salad with oil and vinegar dressing, milk 
C)  Refried beans, onions, tomatoes, and cheddar cheese wrapped in a tortilla; orange; and water 
D)  Pasta, marinara (tomato) sauce with clams, house salad with vegetables, Italian bread with butter, and wine 
A)  Chef's salad containing ham, lettuce, an egg, Thousand Island dressing, and croutons; bagel; apple; and soft drink 
B)  Steak, baked potato with margarine, broccoli, salad with oil and vinegar dressing, milk 
C)  Refried beans, onions, tomatoes, and cheddar cheese wrapped in a tortilla; orange; and water 
D)  Pasta, marinara (tomato) sauce with clams, house salad with vegetables, Italian bread with butter, and wine

Question 10

According to the 2010 Dietary Guidelines, the food and nutrients to increase are

Accepted Answer

A)  milk, meat, and beans. 
B)  fruits, vegetables, low-fat milk, and whole grains. 
C)  grains, beans, and solid fats. 
D)  fruit juice, beans, and meat. 
A)  milk, meat, and beans. 
B)  fruits, vegetables, low-fat milk, and whole grains. 
C)  grains, beans, and solid fats. 
D)  fruit juice, beans, and meat.

Question 11

Which of the following is true about the way we should eat to achieve good nutritional status?

Accepted Answer

A)  Eat fruits and vegetables because we can get all the nutrients we need from these. 
B)  Do the best we can but take supplements to fill in the deficient areas. 
C)  Eat a wide variety of foods because no single natural food meets all human nutrient needs. 
D)  Eat only plant products because animal products are bad and generally filled with hormones for animal growth. 
A)  Eat fruits and vegetables because we can get all the nutrients we need from these. 
B)  Do the best we can but take supplements to fill in the deficient areas. 
C)  Eat a wide variety of foods because no single natural food meets all human nutrient needs. 
D)  Eat only plant products because animal products are bad and generally filled with hormones for animal growth.

Question 12

Margaret, an elderly woman, needs to limit her kilocalorie intake without sacrificing needed nutrients. Keeping in mind MyPlate, which of the following could she do?

Accepted Answer

A)  Eliminate carbohydrates. 
B)  Carefully select foods rich in nutrients but low in kilocalories. 
C)  Count kilocalories and not worry about the food groups. 
D)  Eliminate dairy foods. 
A)  Eliminate carbohydrates. 
B)  Carefully select foods rich in nutrients but low in kilocalories. 
C)  Count kilocalories and not worry about the food groups. 
D)  Eliminate dairy foods.

Question 13

By law, which of the following food items must display a nutrition facts label?

Accepted Answer

A)  Box of granola bars 
B)  Navel oranges 
C)  Fresh catfish fillet 
D)  Fresh spinach 
A)  Box of granola bars 
B)  Navel oranges 
C)  Fresh catfish fillet 
D)  Fresh spinach

Question 14

Which of the following is true about the use of MyPlate?

Accepted Answer

A)  The guide applies to infants. 
B)  Milk and meat are essential to good nutrition. 
C)  Variety is the key to the plan. 
D)  The guide does not permit use of fats, oils, and sweets. 
A)  The guide applies to infants. 
B)  Milk and meat are essential to good nutrition. 
C)  Variety is the key to the plan. 
D)  The guide does not permit use of fats, oils, and sweets.

Question 15

According to MyPlate, consumption of foods from the Grains group should include

Accepted Answer

A)  an equal amount of whole grain and refined grain products. 
B)  at least half of the grain servings as whole grain cereals, breads, crackers, rice, or pasta every day. 
C)  only whole grain products. 
D)  a serving of grain products at each meal. 
A)  an equal amount of whole grain and refined grain products. 
B)  at least half of the grain servings as whole grain cereals, breads, crackers, rice, or pasta every day. 
C)  only whole grain products. 
D)  a serving of grain products at each meal.

Question 16

Using MyPlate's Daily Food Plan for 2000 kilocalories as a reference, the Fruits and Vegetables in this menu are

Accepted Answer

A)  missing a vitamin A source. 
B)  missing a vitamin C source. 
C)  present in adequate quantities. 
D)  missing a dark green vegetable source. 
A)  missing a vitamin A source. 
B)  missing a vitamin C source. 
C)  present in adequate quantities. 
D)  missing a dark green vegetable source.

Question 17

The 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Consume fewer foods with sodium (salt), saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol, added sugars, and refined grains. 
B)  Consume two alcoholic beverages per day 
C)  Eliminate oils and solid fats from the diet. 
D)  Decrease vegetable and fruit intake. 
A)  Consume fewer foods with sodium (salt), saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol, added sugars, and refined grains. 
B)  Consume two alcoholic beverages per day 
C)  Eliminate oils and solid fats from the diet. 
D)  Decrease vegetable and fruit intake.

Question 18

According to MyPlate, eggs belong in the ______ group.

Accepted Answer

A)  Chicken 
B)  Dairy 
C)  Protein 
D)  Grains 
A)  Chicken 
B)  Dairy 
C)  Protein 
D)  Grains

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT required on a nutrition label?

Accepted Answer

A)  The amount per serving of all vitamins and minerals for which there is an RDA 
B)  The serving size 
C)  Total kilocalories from fat per serving 
D)  Total fat, saturated fat, and cholesterol per serving 
A)  The amount per serving of all vitamins and minerals for which there is an RDA 
B)  The serving size 
C)  Total kilocalories from fat per serving 
D)  Total fat, saturated fat, and cholesterol per serving

Question 20

Jeff, a world-class triathlete, visits a dietitian to obtain sports nutrition advice. During his visit, Jeff is asked to recall what he ate for the past 24 hours. Which part of a nutritional assessment is this?

Accepted Answer

A)  Biochemical evaluation 
B)  Dietary assessment 
C)  Clinical examination 
D)  Menu planning 
A)  Biochemical evaluation 
B)  Dietary assessment 
C)  Clinical examination 
D)  Menu planning

The number of servings to consume from each MyPlate food group depends on a person's

One serving of Raisin Bran cereal contains 50 percent of the 18 mg Daily Value for iron. How much iron will one serving of your cereal provide?

The acronym DRI stands for

EER refers to

Which of the following is NOT a true statement about the MyPlate Fruit group?

Which of the following measures does NOT assess nutritional status?

According to MyPlate, how much do you need from the Protein Foods group when consuming a 2,000-calorie diet?

Missy visits a doctor because she feels tired most of the time, is easily distracted, and feels chilled. As part of her examination, Missy has blood drawn to be tested for concentrations of nutrients and their by-products. This part of the examination is the

Which meal contains foods from all food groups represented in MyPlate?

According to the 2010 Dietary Guidelines, the food and nutrients to increase are

Which of the following is true about the way we should eat to achieve good nutritional status?

Margaret, an elderly woman, needs to limit her kilocalorie intake without sacrificing needed nutrients. Keeping in mind MyPlate, which of the following could she do?

By law, which of the following food items must display a nutrition facts label?

Which of the following is true about the use of MyPlate?

According to MyPlate, consumption of foods from the Grains group should include

Using MyPlate's Daily Food Plan for 2000 kilocalories as a reference, the Fruits and Vegetables in this menu are

The 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend which of the following?

According to MyPlate, eggs belong in the ______ group.

Which of the following is NOT required on a nutrition label?

Jeff, a world-class triathlete, visits a dietitian to obtain sports nutrition advice. During his visit, Jeff is asked to recall what he ate for the past 24 hours. Which part of a nutritional assessment is this?

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Exam 2: Guidelines for Designing a Healthy Diet

The number of servings to consume from each MyPlate food group depends on a person's

One serving of Raisin Bran cereal contains 50 percent of the 18 mg Daily Value for iron. How much iron will one serving of your cereal provide?

The acronym DRI stands for

EER refers to

Which of the following is NOT a true statement about the MyPlate Fruit group?

Which of the following measures does NOT assess nutritional status?

According to MyPlate, how much do you need from the Protein Foods group when consuming a 2,000-calorie diet?

Missy visits a doctor because she feels tired most of the time, is easily distracted, and feels chilled. As part of her examination, Missy has blood drawn to be tested for concentrations of nutrients and their by-products. This part of the examination is the

Which meal contains foods from all food groups represented in MyPlate?

According to the 2010 Dietary Guidelines, the food and nutrients to increase are

Which of the following is true about the way we should eat to achieve good nutritional status?

Margaret, an elderly woman, needs to limit her kilocalorie intake without sacrificing needed nutrients. Keeping in mind MyPlate, which of the following could she do?

By law, which of the following food items must display a nutrition facts label?

Which of the following is true about the use of MyPlate?

According to MyPlate, consumption of foods from the Grains group should include

Using MyPlate's Daily Food Plan for 2000 kilocalories as a reference, the Fruits and Vegetables in this menu are

The 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend which of the following?

According to MyPlate, eggs belong in the ______ group.

Which of the following is NOT required on a nutrition label?

Jeff, a world-class triathlete, visits a dietitian to obtain sports nutrition advice. During his visit, Jeff is asked to recall what he ate for the past 24 hours. Which part of a nutritional assessment is this?

Nutrition, Food Choices, and Health

The Human Body: a Nutrition Perspective

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Proteins

Energy Balance and Weight Control

Vitamins

Water and Minerals

Nutrition: Fitness and Sports

Eating Disorders

Undernutrition Throughout the World

Safety of Our Food Supply

Nutrition During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Nutrition From Infancy Through Adolescence

Nutrition During Adulthood

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