Question 1

One gram of fat yields__________ Calories.

Accepted Answer

A)  4 
B)  5 
C)  7 
D)  9 
A)  4 
B)  5 
C)  7 
D)  9 D

Question 2

If a 70-kilogram body weight athlete was exercising at an oxygen consumption level of 2.94 liters (2,940ml) per minute, what would be the approximate MET level?

Accepted Answer

A)  8 
B)  10 
C)  11 
D)  12 
E)  14 
A)  8 
B)  10 
C)  11 
D)  12 
E)  14 D

Question 3

Type IIb muscle fibers

Accepted Answer

A)  are also known as fast-twitch red fibers. 
B)  produce energy primarily by anaerobic processes. 
C)  use the ATP-PC system at a slower rate than Type I. 
D)  are also referred to as FOG. 
A)  are also known as fast-twitch red fibers. 
B)  produce energy primarily by anaerobic processes. 
C)  use the ATP-PC system at a slower rate than Type I. 
D)  are also referred to as FOG. B

Question 4

The most important factor determining which energy system will be used is the intensity of the
exercise.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The lactic acid system, like ATP, is a direct source of energy for muscular contraction.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Work may be expressed as foot-pounds, kilogram-meters, and joules. In essence then, to measure work one needs to know the weight of an object and the

Accepted Answer

A)  horizontal distance through which it moved. 
B)  vertical distance through which it moved. 
C)  time it took to move it. 
D)  horizontal distance through which it moved and the time it took to move it. 
A)  horizontal distance through which it moved. 
B)  vertical distance through which it moved. 
C)  time it took to move it. 
D)  horizontal distance through which it moved and the time it took to move it.

Question 7

Which system produces ATP via the Krebs cycle?

Accepted Answer

A)  ATP-PC 
B)  phosphagen 
C)  anaerobic glycolysis 
D)  lactic acid 
E)  oxygen 
A)  ATP-PC 
B)  phosphagen 
C)  anaerobic glycolysis 
D)  lactic acid 
E)  oxygen

Question 8

To convert Calories to kilojoules, divide the number of Calories by 42.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which of the following statements concerning the interrelationships between various forms of energy is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)  a kilocalorie of energy is less than a kilojoule of energy 
B)  a liter of oxygen can help produce about five kilocalories when metabolizing carbohydrate 
C)  a gram of fat has more Calories than two grams of carbohydrate 
D)  a gram of fat has more Calories than a gram of protein 
E)  none of these statements is false; all are true 
A)  a kilocalorie of energy is less than a kilojoule of energy 
B)  a liter of oxygen can help produce about five kilocalories when metabolizing carbohydrate 
C)  a gram of fat has more Calories than two grams of carbohydrate 
D)  a gram of fat has more Calories than a gram of protein 
E)  none of these statements is false; all are true

Question 10

The fact that alcohol and fat have about twice the amount of energy per gram as either carbohydrate or
protein means that they are better energy sources for the active individual.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Studies investigating the metabolic aftereffects of exercise indicate that

Accepted Answer

A) exercise will keep the REE elevated during the recovery period at levels 20 to 25 percent higher than the pre-exercise REE. 
B)  hormones will influence metabolic processes in such a way that circulation and respiration will remain elevated for 6-8 hours. 
C)  the effect is dependent on the intensity and duration of the exercise bout. 
D)  the additional energy expenditure ranged from 50-100 Calories. 
A) exercise will keep the REE elevated during the recovery period at levels 20 to 25 percent higher than the pre-exercise REE. 
B)  hormones will influence metabolic processes in such a way that circulation and respiration will remain elevated for 6-8 hours. 
C)  the effect is dependent on the intensity and duration of the exercise bout. 
D)  the additional energy expenditure ranged from 50-100 Calories.

Question 12

Other than when sleeping, the basal metabolic rate is the lowest rate of energy expenditure.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The intensity of our exercise is inversely related to the duration of our exercise.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The rate of ATP production is inversely correlated to the endurance capacity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Which body fuel can be utilized for both aerobic and anaerobic energy production?

Accepted Answer

A)  blood free fatty acids 
B)  fat 
C)  protein 
D)  muscle triglycerides 
E)  muscle glycogen 
A)  blood free fatty acids 
B)  fat 
C)  protein 
D)  muscle triglycerides 
E)  muscle glycogen

Question 16

Which of the following statements about energy expenditure is INCORRECT?

Accepted Answer

A)  The cost of running a given distance does not depend on the speed of movement 
B)  Hand weights seem to increase energy expenditure only when used at slower speeds 
C)  Swimming a given distance takes about four times as much energy as running that distance 
D)  The use of hand weights may exaggerate the blood pressure response 
A)  The cost of running a given distance does not depend on the speed of movement 
B)  Hand weights seem to increase energy expenditure only when used at slower speeds 
C)  Swimming a given distance takes about four times as much energy as running that distance 
D)  The use of hand weights may exaggerate the blood pressure response

Question 17

One liter of oxygen is the equivalent of approximately how many Calories when oxidizing carbohydrate and fat?

Accepted Answer

A)  2 
B)  5 
C)  8 
D)  12 
E)  20 
A)  2 
B)  5 
C)  8 
D)  12 
E)  20

Question 18

___________is the measurement of heat production by the body.

Accepted Answer

A)  Power 
B)  Joule 
C)  Calorimetry 
D)  Ergometer 
A)  Power 
B)  Joule 
C)  Calorimetry 
D)  Ergometer

Question 19

The longer you exercise, the less your intensity has to be, and the more you rely on your oxygen
system for energy production.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

The oxygen system possesses a lower rate of ATP production, but its capacity for total ATP
production is much greater.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

One gram of fat yields__________ Calories.

If a 70-kilogram body weight athlete was exercising at an oxygen consumption level of 2.94 liters (2,940ml) per minute, what would be the approximate MET level?

Type IIb muscle fibers

The most important factor determining which energy system will be used is the intensity of the exercise.

The lactic acid system, like ATP, is a direct source of energy for muscular contraction.

Work may be expressed as foot-pounds, kilogram-meters, and joules. In essence then, to measure work one needs to know the weight of an object and the

Which system produces ATP via the Krebs cycle?

To convert Calories to kilojoules, divide the number of Calories by 42.

Which of the following statements concerning the interrelationships between various forms of energy is FALSE?

The fact that alcohol and fat have about twice the amount of energy per gram as either carbohydrate or protein means that they are better energy sources for the active individual.

Studies investigating the metabolic aftereffects of exercise indicate that

Other than when sleeping, the basal metabolic rate is the lowest rate of energy expenditure.

The intensity of our exercise is inversely related to the duration of our exercise.

The rate of ATP production is inversely correlated to the endurance capacity.

Which body fuel can be utilized for both aerobic and anaerobic energy production?

Which of the following statements about energy expenditure is INCORRECT?

One liter of oxygen is the equivalent of approximately how many Calories when oxidizing carbohydrate and fat?

___________is the measurement of heat production by the body.

The longer you exercise, the less your intensity has to be, and the more you rely on your oxygen system for energy production.

The oxygen system possesses a lower rate of ATP production, but its capacity for total ATP production is much greater.

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Healthful Nutrition for Fitness and Sport: the Consumer Athlete

Carbohydrates: the Main Energy Food

Fat: an Important Energy Source During Exercise

Protein: the Tissue Builder

Vitamins: the Organic Regulators

Minerals: the Inorganic Regulators

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Exam 3: Human Energy

One gram of fat yields__________ Calories.

If a 70-kilogram body weight athlete was exercising at an oxygen consumption level of 2.94 liters (2,940ml) per minute, what would be the approximate MET level?

Type IIb muscle fibers

The most important factor determining which energy system will be used is the intensity of the exercise.

The lactic acid system, like ATP, is a direct source of energy for muscular contraction.

Work may be expressed as foot-pounds, kilogram-meters, and joules. In essence then, to measure work one needs to know the weight of an object and the

Which system produces ATP via the Krebs cycle?

To convert Calories to kilojoules, divide the number of Calories by 42.

Which of the following statements concerning the interrelationships between various forms of energy is FALSE?

The fact that alcohol and fat have about twice the amount of energy per gram as either carbohydrate or protein means that they are better energy sources for the active individual.

Studies investigating the metabolic aftereffects of exercise indicate that

Other than when sleeping, the basal metabolic rate is the lowest rate of energy expenditure.

The intensity of our exercise is inversely related to the duration of our exercise.

The rate of ATP production is inversely correlated to the endurance capacity.

Which body fuel can be utilized for both aerobic and anaerobic energy production?

Which of the following statements about energy expenditure is INCORRECT?

One liter of oxygen is the equivalent of approximately how many Calories when oxidizing carbohydrate and fat?

___________is the measurement of heat production by the body.

The longer you exercise, the less your intensity has to be, and the more you rely on your oxygen system for energy production.

The oxygen system possesses a lower rate of ATP production, but its capacity for total ATP production is much greater.

Introduction to Nutrition for Health, Fitness, and Sports Performance

Healthful Nutrition for Fitness and Sport: the Consumer Athlete

Carbohydrates: the Main Energy Food

Fat: an Important Energy Source During Exercise

Protein: the Tissue Builder

Vitamins: the Organic Regulators

Minerals: the Inorganic Regulators

Water, Electrolytes and Temperature Regulation

Body Weight and Composition for Health and Sport

Weight Maintenance and Loss Through Proper Nutrition and Exercise

Weight Gaining Through Proper Nutrition and Exercise

Food Drugs and Related Supplements

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