Question 1

Which of the following tissues is abundant in enzymes that promote thermogenesis without accomplishing any other work?

Accepted Answer

A) Lean tissue 
B) Skeletal muscle 
C) Smooth muscle 
D) Brown adipose tissue 
E) White adipose tissue 
A) Lean tissue 
B) Skeletal muscle 
C) Smooth muscle 
D) Brown adipose tissue 
E) White adipose tissue

Question 2

What is the most insignificant characteristic of a person with bulimia?

Accepted Answer

A) The person is close to her ideal body weight. 
B) The person is unaware that her behavior is abnormal. 
C) The person is unable to maintain a constant body weight. 
D) The person is unable to control the desire for binge eating and purging. 
E) The person is likely to vomit after a full meal. 
A) The person is close to her ideal body weight. 
B) The person is unaware that her behavior is abnormal. 
C) The person is unable to maintain a constant body weight. 
D) The person is unable to control the desire for binge eating and purging. 
E) The person is likely to vomit after a full meal.

Question 3

Jessica weighs 125 lbs. She rode a bike at 17 mph for 25 minutes. What is the calorie cost of this activity?

Accepted Answer

A) 178 calories 
B) 180 calories 
C) 185 calories 
D) 188 calories 
E) 190 calories 
A) 178 calories 
B) 180 calories 
C) 185 calories 
D) 188 calories 
E) 190 calories

Question 4

Which of the following statements is true of recent physical activity trends in the United States?

Accepted Answer

A) Physical activity has increased over the past few years because of concerns with overweight. 
B) Outdoor work and play are the main contributors to leisure time activity in this country. 
C) Sedentary activities have replaced outdoor physical activities for many people. 
D) Passive exercise with machines has helped people lose weight without physical exertion. 
E) Obesity prevalence has risen because people eat too much after intense physical activity. 
A) Physical activity has increased over the past few years because of concerns with overweight. 
B) Outdoor work and play are the main contributors to leisure time activity in this country. 
C) Sedentary activities have replaced outdoor physical activities for many people. 
D) Passive exercise with machines has helped people lose weight without physical exertion. 
E) Obesity prevalence has risen because people eat too much after intense physical activity.

Question 5

How can a city official change the built environment in his town to help promote the healthy weight status of its residents?

Accepted Answer

A) Invite a fitness center chain to open a franchise within city limits 
B) Add bike lanes to busy roads within the city 
C) Set an upper limit for the height of under-construction buildings 
D) Permit business owners to set up shops on the sidewalks 
E) Restrict the import of prepackaged foods 
A) Invite a fitness center chain to open a franchise within city limits 
B) Add bike lanes to busy roads within the city 
C) Set an upper limit for the height of under-construction buildings 
D) Permit business owners to set up shops on the sidewalks 
E) Restrict the import of prepackaged foods

Question 6

Which of the following techniques is used to measure the concentration of subcutaneous fat on the back of the arm?

Accepted Answer

A) A DEXA scan 
B) BMR measurement 
C) BMI measurement 
D) A skinfold test 
E) EER measurement 
A) A DEXA scan 
B) BMR measurement 
C) BMI measurement 
D) A skinfold test 
E) EER measurement

Question 7

A healthy person with an average amount of body fat can survive for six to eight weeks with only water because of _____.

Accepted Answer

A) acidosis 
B) thermogenesis 
C) the conversion of fat into glycogen 
D) lactic acid metabolism 
E) ketosis 
A) acidosis 
B) thermogenesis 
C) the conversion of fat into glycogen 
D) lactic acid metabolism 
E) ketosis

Question 8

The thermic effect of food contributes to the total energy expended in a day because:

Accepted Answer

A) certain foods and herbs increase the BMR when consumed 
B) the metabolism of food accounts for 40% of the daily energy expenditure 
C) it is much more efficient than the energy used for physical activity 
D) it produces energy for the proper functioning of vital organs 
E) metabolism remains elevated for several hours after a meal 
A) certain foods and herbs increase the BMR when consumed 
B) the metabolism of food accounts for 40% of the daily energy expenditure 
C) it is much more efficient than the energy used for physical activity 
D) it produces energy for the proper functioning of vital organs 
E) metabolism remains elevated for several hours after a meal

Question 9

What should someone do to prevent regaining lost weight?

Accepted Answer

A) Avoid weighing himself or herself on a scale more than once a month. 
B) Avoid weight-loss support programs such as Weight Watchers. 
C) Monitor daily energy nutrient proportions. 
D) Adopt a yo-yo diet. 
E) Exercise regularly. 
A) Avoid weighing himself or herself on a scale more than once a month. 
B) Avoid weight-loss support programs such as Weight Watchers. 
C) Monitor daily energy nutrient proportions. 
D) Adopt a yo-yo diet. 
E) Exercise regularly.

Question 10

Which of the following hormones is released by the stomach cells to stimulate appetite?

Accepted Answer

A) Insulin 
B) Glucagon 
C) Adrenaline 
D) Ghrelin 
E) Melatonin 
A) Insulin 
B) Glucagon 
C) Adrenaline 
D) Ghrelin 
E) Melatonin

Question 11

A female varsity soccer player has a BMI of 26, a waist circumference of 32″, and 23 percent of body fat. Which of the following statements is true of her body composition?

Accepted Answer

A) She is obese and at a risk of developing chronic diseases. 
B) She has a high level of visceral fat accumulation. 
C) Her body fat percentage will affect her performance. 
D) She has a normal waist circumference and body fat percentage. 
E) Her BMI will enhance her performance by burning excess body fat. 
A) She is obese and at a risk of developing chronic diseases. 
B) She has a high level of visceral fat accumulation. 
C) Her body fat percentage will affect her performance. 
D) She has a normal waist circumference and body fat percentage. 
E) Her BMI will enhance her performance by burning excess body fat.

Question 12

What is a valid recommendation for managing portion sizes of foods in order to manage weight?

Accepted Answer

A) Avoid prepared meal plans designed for weight loss. 
B) Purchase reduced-calorie foods so you eat more of them. 
C) Serve meals "family style" instead of on individual plates. 
D) Select foods high in energy density. 
E) Choose smaller plates, glasses, and utensils. 
A) Avoid prepared meal plans designed for weight loss. 
B) Purchase reduced-calorie foods so you eat more of them. 
C) Serve meals "family style" instead of on individual plates. 
D) Select foods high in energy density. 
E) Choose smaller plates, glasses, and utensils.

Question 13

Successful treatment for a young woman with anorexia nervosa at 80% of her ideal body weight includes:

Accepted Answer

A) separation from her family for intense therapy 
B) forced feeding through a feeding tube to quickly replace deficient nutrients 
C) cognitive behavioral therapy, family counseling, and expert nutrition guidance 
D) encouraging rapid weight gain to increase muscle mass 
E) treatment that focuses only on the psychological processes driving the disordered behavior 
A) separation from her family for intense therapy 
B) forced feeding through a feeding tube to quickly replace deficient nutrients 
C) cognitive behavioral therapy, family counseling, and expert nutrition guidance 
D) encouraging rapid weight gain to increase muscle mass 
E) treatment that focuses only on the psychological processes driving the disordered behavior

Question 14

A woman weighs 210 lbs. and is 65″ tall. Calculate her BMI.

Accepted Answer

A) 3.23 
B) 28 
C) 35 
D) 57 
E) 77 
A) 3.23 
B) 28 
C) 35 
D) 57 
E) 77

Question 15

One's BMI can be calculated by dividing one's weight (in kg)by one's height (in m2).

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Women in their reproductive years are likely to carry more intra-abdominal fat than women who are past menopause.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

You suspect that your new college roommate may have an eating disorder. Although she seems to have a normal body size, you have often heard her vomiting after a meal. Also, her tooth enamel is gradually decaying. She frequently eats three boxes of crackers at once to relieve stress and feels guilty afterward. These are most likely symptoms of:

Accepted Answer

A) anorexia nervosa 
B) bulimia nervosa 
C) binge eating disorder 
D) the female athlete triad 
E) typical college stress 
A) anorexia nervosa 
B) bulimia nervosa 
C) binge eating disorder 
D) the female athlete triad 
E) typical college stress

Question 18

Instant changes in body weight are most likely the result of all the following except :

Accepted Answer

A) changes in fat stores 
B) changes in body fluid content 
C) changes in electrolyte and fluid balance 
D) changes in lean tissues such as muscles 
E) changes in bone minerals 
A) changes in fat stores 
B) changes in body fluid content 
C) changes in electrolyte and fluid balance 
D) changes in lean tissues such as muscles 
E) changes in bone minerals

Question 19

You are weighing the players of a football team, and based on their BMI values they appear to be obese. What would you conclude based on the above data?

Accepted Answer

A) The majority of them are probably obese and should try to lose weight. 
B) BMI values are applicable to young athletes since the values are derived from studies of older adults. 
C) The athletes may have poor bone density, which falsely lowers their body weights. 
D) The measurements of their weights and heights may be inaccurate. 
E) Their high muscle mass is probably responsible for the elevated scale weights. 
A) The majority of them are probably obese and should try to lose weight. 
B) BMI values are applicable to young athletes since the values are derived from studies of older adults. 
C) The athletes may have poor bone density, which falsely lowers their body weights. 
D) The measurements of their weights and heights may be inaccurate. 
E) Their high muscle mass is probably responsible for the elevated scale weights.

Question 20

The " energy in " side of the body's energy budget is measured in _____ that are obtained from foods and beverages.

Accepted Answer

A) joules 
B) watts 
C) calories 
D) ergs 
E) hartrees 
A) joules 
B) watts 
C) calories 
D) ergs 
E) hartrees

Which of the following tissues is abundant in enzymes that promote thermogenesis without accomplishing any other work?

What is the most insignificant characteristic of a person with bulimia?

Jessica weighs 125 lbs. She rode a bike at 17 mph for 25 minutes. What is the calorie cost of this activity?

Which of the following statements is true of recent physical activity trends in the United States?

How can a city official change the built environment in his town to help promote the healthy weight status of its residents?

Which of the following techniques is used to measure the concentration of subcutaneous fat on the back of the arm?

A healthy person with an average amount of body fat can survive for six to eight weeks with only water because of _____.

The thermic effect of food contributes to the total energy expended in a day because:

What should someone do to prevent regaining lost weight?

Which of the following hormones is released by the stomach cells to stimulate appetite?

A female varsity soccer player has a BMI of 26, a waist circumference of 32″, and 23 percent of body fat. Which of the following statements is true of her body composition?

What is a valid recommendation for managing portion sizes of foods in order to manage weight?

Successful treatment for a young woman with anorexia nervosa at 80% of her ideal body weight includes:

A woman weighs 210 lbs. and is 65″ tall. Calculate her BMI.

One's BMI can be calculated by dividing one's weight (in kg)by one's height (in m²).

Women in their reproductive years are likely to carry more intra-abdominal fat than women who are past menopause.

Instant changes in body weight are most likely the result of all the following except :

You are weighing the players of a football team, and based on their BMI values they appear to be obese. What would you conclude based on the above data?

The " energy in " side of the body's energy budget is measured in _____ that are obtained from foods and beverages.

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Which of the following tissues is abundant in enzymes that promote thermogenesis without accomplishing any other work?

What is the most insignificant characteristic of a person with bulimia?

Jessica weighs 125 lbs. She rode a bike at 17 mph for 25 minutes. What is the calorie cost of this activity?

Which of the following statements is true of recent physical activity trends in the United States?

How can a city official change the built environment in his town to help promote the healthy weight status of its residents?

Which of the following techniques is used to measure the concentration of subcutaneous fat on the back of the arm?

A healthy person with an average amount of body fat can survive for six to eight weeks with only water because of _____.

The thermic effect of food contributes to the total energy expended in a day because:

What should someone do to prevent regaining lost weight?

Which of the following hormones is released by the stomach cells to stimulate appetite?

A female varsity soccer player has a BMI of 26, a waist circumference of 32″, and 23 percent of body fat. Which of the following statements is true of her body composition?

What is a valid recommendation for managing portion sizes of foods in order to manage weight?

Successful treatment for a young woman with anorexia nervosa at 80% of her ideal body weight includes:

A woman weighs 210 lbs. and is 65″ tall. Calculate her BMI.

One's BMI can be calculated by dividing one's weight (in kg)by one's height (in m2).

Women in their reproductive years are likely to carry more intra-abdominal fat than women who are past menopause.

Instant changes in body weight are most likely the result of all the following except :

You are weighing the players of a football team, and based on their BMI values they appear to be obese. What would you conclude based on the above data?

The " energy in " side of the body's energy budget is measured in _____ that are obtained from foods and beverages.

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

Performance Nutrition

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

Filters

One's BMI can be calculated by dividing one's weight (in kg)by one's height (in m²).