Question 1

An advantage of using sports drinks for fluid replacement during exercise is that:

Accepted Answer

A) they contain double the carbohydrate concentration of soft drinks 
B) they have a pleasant taste that encourages consumption 
C) they are high in sugar to quickly replace losses in sweat 
D) they easily create a calorie deficit in the body 
E) they provide triglycerides that are lost in sweat 
A) they contain double the carbohydrate concentration of soft drinks 
B) they have a pleasant taste that encourages consumption 
C) they are high in sugar to quickly replace losses in sweat 
D) they easily create a calorie deficit in the body 
E) they provide triglycerides that are lost in sweat

Question 2

Which of the following hormones signals the liver to release stored glucose molecules into the bloodstream?

Accepted Answer

A) Glucagon 
B) Thyroxine 
C) Testosterone 
D) Insulin 
E) Hepcidin 
A) Glucagon 
B) Thyroxine 
C) Testosterone 
D) Insulin 
E) Hepcidin

Question 3

The anaerobic breakdown of glucose produces _____ as a by-product.

Accepted Answer

A) urea 
B) lactate 
C) uric acid 
D) amino acid 
E) thyroxine 
A) urea 
B) lactate 
C) uric acid 
D) amino acid 
E) thyroxine

Question 4

Which of the following is true of a postexercise recovery meal?

Accepted Answer

A) It replenishes energy and glycogen levels. 
B) It includes expensive food products. 
C) It removes accumulated lactic acid from the body. 
D) It does not include protein-rich food products. 
E) It contains vitamins and minerals that can improve performance. 
A) It replenishes energy and glycogen levels. 
B) It includes expensive food products. 
C) It removes accumulated lactic acid from the body. 
D) It does not include protein-rich food products. 
E) It contains vitamins and minerals that can improve performance.

Question 5

Athletes often use whey products to prepare for competition because whey proteins:

Accepted Answer

A) are mild stimulants that produce alertness and reduce reaction time 
B) provide all the essential amino acids needed to build new muscle tissue 
C) elevate testosterone and estrogen in the blood of male and female athletes, respectively 
D) produce rapid weight loss by burning excess body fat and sparing glycogen 
E) produce free radicals that promote many of the body's beneficial responses to exercise 
A) are mild stimulants that produce alertness and reduce reaction time 
B) provide all the essential amino acids needed to build new muscle tissue 
C) elevate testosterone and estrogen in the blood of male and female athletes, respectively 
D) produce rapid weight loss by burning excess body fat and sparing glycogen 
E) produce free radicals that promote many of the body's beneficial responses to exercise

Question 6

Which of the following vitamins plays a major role in building red blood cells?

Accepted Answer

A) Vitamin E 
B) Vitamin K 
C) Vitamin C 
D) Vitamin B12 
E) Vitamin D 
A) Vitamin E 
B) Vitamin K 
C) Vitamin C 
D) Vitamin B12 
E) Vitamin D

Question 7

Why would you advise someone not to drink alcohol before participating in an athletic event?

Accepted Answer

A) It promotes water retention. 
B) It makes people nervous or jittery. 
C) It enhances temperature regulation. 
D) It enhances fluid loss from the body. 
E) It speeds up basal metabolism. 
A) It promotes water retention. 
B) It makes people nervous or jittery. 
C) It enhances temperature regulation. 
D) It enhances fluid loss from the body. 
E) It speeds up basal metabolism.

Question 8

Resistance training can be provided by:

Accepted Answer

A) brisk walking 
B) strength exercises 
C) swimming 
D) bicycling 
E) climbing stairs 
A) brisk walking 
B) strength exercises 
C) swimming 
D) bicycling 
E) climbing stairs

Question 9

Kevin burns 5.5 cal\min by walking at a speed of 4.5 miles per hour. He is also able to have a conversation while performing this moderately intense physical activity. What effect does this activity have on his breathing and heart rate?

Accepted Answer

A) Little to no change in his breathing and heart rate 
B) A slight change in his breathing but no change in his heart rate 
C) A slight increase in both his breathing and heart rate 
D) No change in his breathing but a significant change in his heart rate 
E) A significant change in both his breathing and heart rate 
A) Little to no change in his breathing and heart rate 
B) A slight change in his breathing but no change in his heart rate 
C) A slight increase in both his breathing and heart rate 
D) No change in his breathing but a significant change in his heart rate 
E) A significant change in both his breathing and heart rate

Question 10

A female athlete weighs 120 pounds before a race and 115 pounds after the race. How much fluid, at a minimum, should she consume?

Accepted Answer

A) 2 cups 
B) 5 cups 
C) 7 cups 
D) 11 cups 
E) 17 cups 
A) 2 cups 
B) 5 cups 
C) 7 cups 
D) 11 cups 
E) 17 cups

Question 11

Calculate the recommended daily protein intake for a female marathon runner weighing 126 pounds.

Accepted Answer

A) 46-50 g 
B) 69-114 g 
C) 18-62 g 
D) 62-67 g 
E) 30-50 g 
A) 46-50 g 
B) 69-114 g 
C) 18-62 g 
D) 62-67 g 
E) 30-50 g

Question 12

Which of the following factors does not influence glycogen breakdown during physical activity?

Accepted Answer

A) Overall carbohydrate intake 
B) Age of the person 
C) Duration of the activity 
D) Intensity of physical activity 
E) Glycogen storage of the body 
A) Overall carbohydrate intake 
B) Age of the person 
C) Duration of the activity 
D) Intensity of physical activity 
E) Glycogen storage of the body

Question 13

Calculate the recommended daily protein intake for a male runner who weighs 152 pounds and participates in sprints and hurdles.

Accepted Answer

A) 55-76 g\day 
B) 83-138 g\day 
C) 30-40 g\day 
D) 17-48 g\day 
E) 140-180 g\day 
A) 55-76 g\day 
B) 83-138 g\day 
C) 30-40 g\day 
D) 17-48 g\day 
E) 140-180 g\day

Question 14

A varsity sprinter is considering taking caffeine pills before competition to enhance his performance. What will you tell him about caffeine?

Accepted Answer

A) Caffeine provides no performance benefits for any type of athletic event. 
B) Caffeine helps dilate blood vessels to increase blood flow to the muscles. 
C) Caffeine is a bioactive compound and does not have any adverse effects. 
D) Caffeine causes headaches, trembling, and an abnormally fast heart rate in high doses . 
E) Caffeine causes diarrhea, nervousness, irritability, headaches, and dehydration in small doses. 
A) Caffeine provides no performance benefits for any type of athletic event. 
B) Caffeine helps dilate blood vessels to increase blood flow to the muscles. 
C) Caffeine is a bioactive compound and does not have any adverse effects. 
D) Caffeine causes headaches, trembling, and an abnormally fast heart rate in high doses . 
E) Caffeine causes diarrhea, nervousness, irritability, headaches, and dehydration in small doses.

Question 15

Muscle strength is the ability of a muscle to contract repeatedly within a given time without becoming exhausted .

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

What should you consider when selecting a fitness routine that is intended to increase overall muscle strength and size?

Accepted Answer

A) You should work all muscle groups for the same intensity and duration every day. 
B) You should avoid aerobic activities to remove any form of distraction. 
C) You should rest the muscles for a day or two to refuel and repair wear and tear. 
D) You should only do stretching exercises before strength training. 
E) You should consume around 10 grams of protein per meal. 
A) You should work all muscle groups for the same intensity and duration every day. 
B) You should avoid aerobic activities to remove any form of distraction. 
C) You should rest the muscles for a day or two to refuel and repair wear and tear. 
D) You should only do stretching exercises before strength training. 
E) You should consume around 10 grams of protein per meal.

Question 17

What is recommended for replacing fuels that have been used up during exercise?

Accepted Answer

A) Immediately replace the used-up fat because it is used more in moderate exercise. 
B) Wait at least two hours before replacing the exhausted nutrients to allow the muscles to repair themselves. 
C) Eat only high-carbohydrate foods with a low glycemic index to maintain blood glucose levels. 
D) Eat well-balanced meals and snacks spaced throughout the day. 
E) Drink a protein-rich shake within 30 minutes after an exercise session. 
A) Immediately replace the used-up fat because it is used more in moderate exercise. 
B) Wait at least two hours before replacing the exhausted nutrients to allow the muscles to repair themselves. 
C) Eat only high-carbohydrate foods with a low glycemic index to maintain blood glucose levels. 
D) Eat well-balanced meals and snacks spaced throughout the day. 
E) Drink a protein-rich shake within 30 minutes after an exercise session.

Question 18

What is a confirmed effect of taking creatine supplements?

Accepted Answer

A) Weight gain 
B) Faster muscle growth 
C) Increased muscle strength 
D) Reduced muscle mass 
E) Increased endurance because of the placebo effect 
A) Weight gain 
B) Faster muscle growth 
C) Increased muscle strength 
D) Reduced muscle mass 
E) Increased endurance because of the placebo effect

Question 19

Which of the following is a symptom of heat stroke?

Accepted Answer

A) Profuse sweating 
B) Reduced heart rate 
C) Rapid breathing 
D) Gradual decline in body temperature 
A) Profuse sweating 
B) Reduced heart rate 
C) Rapid breathing 
D) Gradual decline in body temperature

Question 20

Which is the best fluid source for casual exercisers to replace lost body fluids?

Accepted Answer

A) Glucose solution 
B) Fruit juice 
C) Plain water 
D) Salt solution 
E) Coffee 
A) Glucose solution 
B) Fruit juice 
C) Plain water 
D) Salt solution 
E) Coffee

An advantage of using sports drinks for fluid replacement during exercise is that:

Which of the following hormones signals the liver to release stored glucose molecules into the bloodstream?

The anaerobic breakdown of glucose produces _____ as a by-product.

Which of the following is true of a postexercise recovery meal?

Athletes often use whey products to prepare for competition because whey proteins:

Which of the following vitamins plays a major role in building red blood cells?

Why would you advise someone not to drink alcohol before participating in an athletic event?

Resistance training can be provided by:

Kevin burns 5.5 cal\min by walking at a speed of 4.5 miles per hour. He is also able to have a conversation while performing this moderately intense physical activity. What effect does this activity have on his breathing and heart rate?

A female athlete weighs 120 pounds before a race and 115 pounds after the race. How much fluid, at a minimum, should she consume?

Calculate the recommended daily protein intake for a female marathon runner weighing 126 pounds.

Which of the following factors does not influence glycogen breakdown during physical activity?

Calculate the recommended daily protein intake for a male runner who weighs 152 pounds and participates in sprints and hurdles.

A varsity sprinter is considering taking caffeine pills before competition to enhance his performance. What will you tell him about caffeine?

Muscle strength is the ability of a muscle to contract repeatedly within a given time without becoming exhausted .

What should you consider when selecting a fitness routine that is intended to increase overall muscle strength and size?

What is recommended for replacing fuels that have been used up during exercise?

What is a confirmed effect of taking creatine supplements?

Which of the following is a symptom of heat stroke?

Which is the best fluid source for casual exercisers to replace lost body fluids?

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An advantage of using sports drinks for fluid replacement during exercise is that:

Which of the following hormones signals the liver to release stored glucose molecules into the bloodstream?

The anaerobic breakdown of glucose produces _____ as a by-product.

Which of the following is true of a postexercise recovery meal?

Athletes often use whey products to prepare for competition because whey proteins:

Which of the following vitamins plays a major role in building red blood cells?

Why would you advise someone not to drink alcohol before participating in an athletic event?

Resistance training can be provided by:

Kevin burns 5.5 cal\min by walking at a speed of 4.5 miles per hour. He is also able to have a conversation while performing this moderately intense physical activity. What effect does this activity have on his breathing and heart rate?

A female athlete weighs 120 pounds before a race and 115 pounds after the race. How much fluid, at a minimum, should she consume?

Calculate the recommended daily protein intake for a female marathon runner weighing 126 pounds.

Which of the following factors does not influence glycogen breakdown during physical activity?

Calculate the recommended daily protein intake for a male runner who weighs 152 pounds and participates in sprints and hurdles.

A varsity sprinter is considering taking caffeine pills before competition to enhance his performance. What will you tell him about caffeine?

Muscle strength is the ability of a muscle to contract repeatedly within a given time without becoming exhausted .

What should you consider when selecting a fitness routine that is intended to increase overall muscle strength and size?

What is recommended for replacing fuels that have been used up during exercise?

What is a confirmed effect of taking creatine supplements?

Which of the following is a symptom of heat stroke?

Which is the best fluid source for casual exercisers to replace lost body fluids?

Food Choices and Human Health

Nutrition Tools: Standards and Guidelines

The Remarkable Body

The Carbohydrates: Sugar, Starch, Glycogen, and Fiber

The Lipids: Fats, Oils, Phospholipids, and Sterols

The Proteins and Amino Acids

The Vitamins

Water and Minerals

Energy Balance and Healthy Body Weight

Nutrition and Chronic Diseases

Food Safety and Food Technology

Life Cycle Nutrition: Mother and Infant

Child, Teen, and Older Adult

Hunger and the Future of Food

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