Question 1

MyPlate advises that half of the food choices at a meal should consist of:

Accepted Answer

A)  lean protein sources. 
B)  energy-dense foods. 
C)  vegetables and fruits (slightly more vegetables than fruits). 
D)  whole grains. 
E)  low-fat dairy products. 
A)  lean protein sources. 
B)  energy-dense foods. 
C)  vegetables and fruits (slightly more vegetables than fruits). 
D)  whole grains. 
E)  low-fat dairy products.

Question 2

Which of the following nutrients plays a role in the management of blood pressure and can affect the progression of heart disease?

Accepted Answer

A)  calcium 
B)  sodium 
C)  glucose 
D)  electrolytes 
E)  fiber 
A)  calcium 
B)  sodium 
C)  glucose 
D)  electrolytes 
E)  fiber

Question 3

In reference to Infographic 2.10, describe the relationship between low-income households and accessibility to full-service grocery stores. How does this vary across the country?

Accepted Answer

In Infographic 2.10, the relationship be

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT an example of a shift in food intake that aligns with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

Accepted Answer

A)  Replace fruit juice with whole fruit. 
B)  Replace white bread with whole wheat bread. 
C)  Replace oil with butter. 
D)  Replace soda with water. 
E)  Replace potato chips with baked potatoes. 
A)  Replace fruit juice with whole fruit. 
B)  Replace white bread with whole wheat bread. 
C)  Replace oil with butter. 
D)  Replace soda with water. 
E)  Replace potato chips with baked potatoes.

Question 5

Which of the following is true regarding ultra-processed foods?

Accepted Answer

A)  Ultra-processed foods typically have few added ingredients. 
B)  Ultra-processed foods are often formulated to be convenient and highly palatable. 
C)  Ultra-processed foods are abundant in farmers' markets. 
D)  Ultra-processed foods contribute about 60% of the added sugar intake in the United States. 
E)  Intake of ultra-processed foods typically contributes to high diet quality. 
A)  Ultra-processed foods typically have few added ingredients. 
B)  Ultra-processed foods are often formulated to be convenient and highly palatable. 
C)  Ultra-processed foods are abundant in farmers' markets. 
D)  Ultra-processed foods contribute about 60% of the added sugar intake in the United States. 
E)  Intake of ultra-processed foods typically contributes to high diet quality.

Question 6

A balanced diet contains _____, which are the fundamental components of eating healthfully.

Accepted Answer

A)  refined carbohydrates 
B)  an abundance of calories to meet energy requirements 
C)  foods from each of the food groups 
D)  energy-dense foods 
E)  empty-calorie foods 
A)  refined carbohydrates 
B)  an abundance of calories to meet energy requirements 
C)  foods from each of the food groups 
D)  energy-dense foods 
E)  empty-calorie foods

Question 7

An individual consumes 7 mg of iron but needs 18 mg of iron. What aspect of a healthy diet is the person missing?

Accepted Answer

A)  moderation 
B)  variety 
C)  balance 
D)  adequacy 
E)  None of these is correct. 
A)  moderation 
B)  variety 
C)  balance 
D)  adequacy 
E)  None of these is correct.

Question 8

_____ is an example of a meal with high energy density, while _____ is an example of a meal with high nutrient density.

Accepted Answer

A)  Spinach salad with Italian dressing; chicken salad sandwich on French bread 
B)  Hamburger and French fries; ham sandwich on whole-grain bread, vegetable soup, and fruit salad 
C)  Caesar salad with grilled chicken; hot dog with cracker jacks 
D)  Pizza with pepperoni, green peppers, and olives; fried chicken and mashed potatoes 
E)  Tomato soup; grilled cheese sandwich 
A)  Spinach salad with Italian dressing; chicken salad sandwich on French bread 
B)  Hamburger and French fries; ham sandwich on whole-grain bread, vegetable soup, and fruit salad 
C)  Caesar salad with grilled chicken; hot dog with cracker jacks 
D)  Pizza with pepperoni, green peppers, and olives; fried chicken and mashed potatoes 
E)  Tomato soup; grilled cheese sandwich

Question 9

Which of the following micronutrients is required to be on the new version of the nutrition facts label?

Accepted Answer

A)  vitamin D 
B)  vitamin A 
C)  vitamin C 
D)  magnesium 
E)  selenium 
A)  vitamin D 
B)  vitamin A 
C)  vitamin C 
D)  magnesium 
E)  selenium

Question 10

On a food package, ingredients are listed:

Accepted Answer

A)  in descending order of amount, according to weight. 
B)  in ascending order amount, according to weight. 
C)  in the order of nutrient importance. 
D)  in alphabetical order. 
E)  None of these is correct. 
A)  in descending order of amount, according to weight. 
B)  in ascending order amount, according to weight. 
C)  in the order of nutrient importance. 
D)  in alphabetical order. 
E)  None of these is correct.

Question 11

Which of the following is true about menu labeling regulations?

Accepted Answer

A)  Restaurant chains with five or more locations are required to provide calorie information on menus or menu boards. 
B)  Vending machine operators with 20 or more locations are required to disclose calorie information for items sold. 
C)  Restaurant chains with 20 or more locations are required to list calories and information on five key nutrients on menus or menu boards. 
D)  Vending machine operators with five or more locations are required to disclose calorie information for items sold. 
E)  None of these is true. 
A)  Restaurant chains with five or more locations are required to provide calorie information on menus or menu boards. 
B)  Vending machine operators with 20 or more locations are required to disclose calorie information for items sold. 
C)  Restaurant chains with 20 or more locations are required to list calories and information on five key nutrients on menus or menu boards. 
D)  Vending machine operators with five or more locations are required to disclose calorie information for items sold. 
E)  None of these is true.

MyPlate advises that half of the food choices at a meal should consist of:

Which of the following nutrients plays a role in the management of blood pressure and can affect the progression of heart disease?

In reference to Infographic 2.10, describe the relationship between low-income households and accessibility to full-service grocery stores. How does this vary across the country?

Which of the following is NOT an example of a shift in food intake that aligns with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

Which of the following is true regarding ultra-processed foods?

A balanced diet contains _____, which are the fundamental components of eating healthfully.

An individual consumes 7 mg of iron but needs 18 mg of iron. What aspect of a healthy diet is the person missing?

_ is an example of a meal with high energy density, while _ is an example of a meal with high nutrient density.

Which of the following micronutrients is required to be on the new version of the nutrition facts label?

On a food package, ingredients are listed:

Which of the following is true about menu labeling regulations?

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Exam 2: Healthy Diets

MyPlate advises that half of the food choices at a meal should consist of:

Which of the following nutrients plays a role in the management of blood pressure and can affect the progression of heart disease?

In reference to Infographic 2.10, describe the relationship between low-income households and accessibility to full-service grocery stores. How does this vary across the country?

Which of the following is NOT an example of a shift in food intake that aligns with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

Which of the following is true regarding ultra-processed foods?

A balanced diet contains _____, which are the fundamental components of eating healthfully.

An individual consumes 7 mg of iron but needs 18 mg of iron. What aspect of a healthy diet is the person missing?

_____ is an example of a meal with high energy density, while _____ is an example of a meal with high nutrient density.

Which of the following micronutrients is required to be on the new version of the nutrition facts label?

On a food package, ingredients are listed:

Which of the following is true about menu labeling regulations?

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Water-Soluble Vitamins

Major Minerals and Water

Trace Minerals

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_ is an example of a meal with high energy density, while _ is an example of a meal with high nutrient density.