Question 1

Resting metabolic rate ________ with age.

Accepted Answer

A)  increases 
B)  stays the same 
C)  decreases 
D)  Resting metabolic rate depends on activity level, not age. 
A)  increases 
B)  stays the same 
C)  decreases 
D)  Resting metabolic rate depends on activity level, not age.

Question 2

The initial weight loss on a very low-carbohydrate diet is primarily

Accepted Answer

A)  fat. 
B)  muscle. 
C)  water. 
D)  lean tissue. 
A)  fat. 
B)  muscle. 
C)  water. 
D)  lean tissue.

Question 3

Planning ahead and eating a small meal before a social event can help prevent overeating at the event.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The energy deficit required to lose 1 pound is approximately ________ calories.

Accepted Answer

A)  1,500 
B)  2,500 
C)  3,500 
D)  4,500 
A)  1,500 
B)  2,500 
C)  3,500 
D)  4,500

Question 5

Resting metabolic rate represents the energy required to maintain essential body functions plus energy expended during

Accepted Answer

A)  sleep. 
B)  sedentary activities. 
C)  the period just prior to getting up. 
D)  the REM phase of sleep. 
A)  sleep. 
B)  sedentary activities. 
C)  the period just prior to getting up. 
D)  the REM phase of sleep.

Question 6

Which of the following are extreme medical measures used for weight loss?

Accepted Answer

A)  prescription medications and bariatric surgery 
B)  fasting and bariatric surgery 
C)  prescription and over-the-counter drugs 
D)  fasting, detoxifying herbs, and juice cleanses 
A)  prescription medications and bariatric surgery 
B)  fasting and bariatric surgery 
C)  prescription and over-the-counter drugs 
D)  fasting, detoxifying herbs, and juice cleanses

Question 7

Which type of diet plan is recommended by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics?

Accepted Answer

A)  low-carbohydrate diet 
B)  nutritionally balanced and reduced-calorie diet 
C)  low-fat diet 
D)  vegetarian diet 
A)  low-carbohydrate diet 
B)  nutritionally balanced and reduced-calorie diet 
C)  low-fat diet 
D)  vegetarian diet

Question 8

Low-intensity exercise is better for promoting fat loss.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Outline four types of popular diet plans, and comment on the success of each plan.

Accepted Answer

Low-carbohydrate and very-low-carbohydra

Question 10

To calculate a person's daily caloric expenditure, multiply his or her ________ by the number of calories expended per pound per day.

Accepted Answer

A)  weight in pounds 
B)  height in meters 
C)  age 
D)  basal metabolic rate 
A)  weight in pounds 
B)  height in meters 
C)  age 
D)  basal metabolic rate

Question 11

List and explain the internal and external factors that affect weight management.

Accepted Answer

Internal factors include genetics and ho

Question 12

Describe the four essential steps of a comprehensive weight-loss program.

Accepted Answer

The four essential steps are:
• Set real

Question 13

A negative energy balance of ________ calories per day will result in a loss of one pound of fat per week.

Accepted Answer

A)  100 
B)  300 
C)  500 
D)  1,000 
A)  100 
B)  300 
C)  500 
D)  1,000

Question 14

The optimal body fat range for women is 21% to 28%.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Which of the following is not a component of a comprehensive weight-loss program?

Accepted Answer

A)  realistic weight-loss goals 
B)  reduced caloric intake 
C)  regular exercise 
D)  weight-loss bars and shakes 
A)  realistic weight-loss goals 
B)  reduced caloric intake 
C)  regular exercise 
D)  weight-loss bars and shakes

Question 16

A positive energy balance is defined as

Accepted Answer

A)  caloric intake equals energy expenditure. 
B)  consuming more calories than expended. 
C)  expending more calories than consumed. 
D)  exercising every day. 
A)  caloric intake equals energy expenditure. 
B)  consuming more calories than expended. 
C)  expending more calories than consumed. 
D)  exercising every day.

Question 17

Identify three relatively common eating disorders. What type of treatment is required to address these disorders?

Accepted Answer

Three relatively common eating disorders

Question 18

An intense fear of gaining weight is one symptom of anorexia nervosa.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Resting metabolic rate ________ with age.

The initial weight loss on a very low-carbohydrate diet is primarily

Planning ahead and eating a small meal before a social event can help prevent overeating at the event.

The energy deficit required to lose 1 pound is approximately ________ calories.

Resting metabolic rate represents the energy required to maintain essential body functions plus energy expended during

Which of the following are extreme medical measures used for weight loss?

Which type of diet plan is recommended by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics?

Low-intensity exercise is better for promoting fat loss.

Outline four types of popular diet plans, and comment on the success of each plan.

To calculate a person's daily caloric expenditure, multiply his or her ________ by the number of calories expended per pound per day.

List and explain the internal and external factors that affect weight management.

Describe the four essential steps of a comprehensive weight-loss program.

A negative energy balance of ________ calories per day will result in a loss of one pound of fat per week.

The optimal body fat range for women is 21% to 28%.

Which of the following is not a component of a comprehensive weight-loss program?

A positive energy balance is defined as

Identify three relatively common eating disorders. What type of treatment is required to address these disorders?

An intense fear of gaining weight is one symptom of anorexia nervosa.

Understanding Fitness and Wellness

General Principles of Exercise for Health and Fitness

Cardiorespiratory Endurance: Assessment and Prescription

Improving Muscular Strength and Endurance

Improving Flexibility

Body Composition

Creating Your Total Fitness and Wellness Plan

Nutrition, Health, and Fitness

Preventing Cardiovascular Disease

Stress Management

Special Considerations Related to Exercise and Injury Prevention

Cancer

Sexually Transmitted Infections

Addiction and Substance Abuse

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Exam 9: Achieving Optimal Body Weight

Resting metabolic rate ________ with age.

The initial weight loss on a very low-carbohydrate diet is primarily

Planning ahead and eating a small meal before a social event can help prevent overeating at the event.

The energy deficit required to lose 1 pound is approximately ________ calories.

Resting metabolic rate represents the energy required to maintain essential body functions plus energy expended during

Which of the following are extreme medical measures used for weight loss?

Which type of diet plan is recommended by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics?

Low-intensity exercise is better for promoting fat loss.

Outline four types of popular diet plans, and comment on the success of each plan.

To calculate a person's daily caloric expenditure, multiply his or her ________ by the number of calories expended per pound per day.

List and explain the internal and external factors that affect weight management.

Describe the four essential steps of a comprehensive weight-loss program.

A negative energy balance of ________ calories per day will result in a loss of one pound of fat per week.

The optimal body fat range for women is 21% to 28%.

Which of the following is not a component of a comprehensive weight-loss program?

A positive energy balance is defined as

Identify three relatively common eating disorders. What type of treatment is required to address these disorders?

An intense fear of gaining weight is one symptom of anorexia nervosa.

Understanding Fitness and Wellness

General Principles of Exercise for Health and Fitness

Cardiorespiratory Endurance: Assessment and Prescription

Improving Muscular Strength and Endurance

Improving Flexibility

Body Composition

Creating Your Total Fitness and Wellness Plan

Nutrition, Health, and Fitness

Preventing Cardiovascular Disease

Stress Management

Special Considerations Related to Exercise and Injury Prevention

Cancer

Sexually Transmitted Infections

Addiction and Substance Abuse

Filters