Question 1

Which of the following foods is naturally a rich source of polyunsaturated fatty acids?

Accepted Answer

A) Raw carrots 
B) Whole milk 
C) Corn oil 
D) Ground beef 
A) Raw carrots 
B) Whole milk 
C) Corn oil 
D) Ground beef C

Question 2

Which of the followings statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A) A saturated fatty acid has one double bond within its hydrocarbon chain. 
B) The human body can convert simple carbohydrates into alpha-linolenic acid. 
C) Trans fatty acids are naturally in many foods. 
D) Certain fish,such as salmon,are rich sources of omega-3 fatty acids. 
A) A saturated fatty acid has one double bond within its hydrocarbon chain. 
B) The human body can convert simple carbohydrates into alpha-linolenic acid. 
C) Trans fatty acids are naturally in many foods. 
D) Certain fish,such as salmon,are rich sources of omega-3 fatty acids. D

Question 3

When he prepares food,Edgar wants to use ingredients that are not high in trans fat.Based on this information,which of the following fats should he include in his recipes?

Accepted Answer

A) Corn oil 
B) Shortening 
C) Stick margarine made with olive oil 
D) Partially-hydrogenated peanut oil 
A) Corn oil 
B) Shortening 
C) Stick margarine made with olive oil 
D) Partially-hydrogenated peanut oil A

Question 4

Which of the following characteristics or conditions is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD)?

Accepted Answer

A) Low body fat 
B) Male sex 
C) Household income 
D) Vitamin D intake 
A) Low body fat 
B) Male sex 
C) Household income 
D) Vitamin D intake

Question 5

Which of the following statements describe pancreatic lipase?

Accepted Answer

A) Pancreatic lipase is secreted into the duodenum and is necessary for fat digestion. 
B) Pancreatic lipase is stored in the gall bladder and is necessary for fat digestion. 
C) Pancreatic lipase is a component of bile salts and is necessary for cholesterol digestion. 
D) Pancreatic lipase is secreted from the ileum and is necessary for lipoprotein synthesis. 
A) Pancreatic lipase is secreted into the duodenum and is necessary for fat digestion. 
B) Pancreatic lipase is stored in the gall bladder and is necessary for fat digestion. 
C) Pancreatic lipase is a component of bile salts and is necessary for cholesterol digestion. 
D) Pancreatic lipase is secreted from the ileum and is necessary for lipoprotein synthesis.

Question 6

According to the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines,healthy adults should consume ________.

Accepted Answer

A) no cholesterol 
B) less than 200 mg cholesterol/day 
C) less than 400 mg cholesterol/day 
D) as little cholesterol as possible while following a healthy diet 
A) no cholesterol 
B) less than 200 mg cholesterol/day 
C) less than 400 mg cholesterol/day 
D) as little cholesterol as possible while following a healthy diet

Question 7

The risk of developing cardiovascular diseases can be reduce by doing which of the following? (Check all that apply. )

Accepted Answer

A) Participating in a daily exercise 
B) Increasing fiber intake 
C) Increasing refined carbohydrate intake 
D) Replacing saturated fats with monounsaturated fats in the diet 
A) Participating in a daily exercise 
B) Increasing fiber intake 
C) Increasing refined carbohydrate intake 
D) Replacing saturated fats with monounsaturated fats in the diet

Question 8

John's blood test results indicate that his LDL-cholesterol level is too high.Which of the following actions would a registered dietitian nutritionist recommend?

Accepted Answer

A) Take a broad spectrum antibiotic 
B) Increase intake of legumes and nuts 
C) Reduce intake of fresh fruits and vegetables 
D) Increase egg yolk consumption 
A) Take a broad spectrum antibiotic 
B) Increase intake of legumes and nuts 
C) Reduce intake of fresh fruits and vegetables 
D) Increase egg yolk consumption

Question 9

________ naturally contains small amounts of trans fats.

Accepted Answer

A) Whole milk 
B) Peanut butter 
C) Pre-packaged baked goods 
D) Fat-free yogurt 
A) Whole milk 
B) Peanut butter 
C) Pre-packaged baked goods 
D) Fat-free yogurt

Question 10

Which of the following plant oils contains the highest amount of saturated fat per tablespoon?

Accepted Answer

A) Coconut oil 
B) Canola oil 
C) Walnut oil 
D) Safflower oil 
A) Coconut oil 
B) Canola oil 
C) Walnut oil 
D) Safflower oil

Question 11

Which of the following fatty acids is an essential fatty acid that is polyunsaturated with two double bonds in its structure?

Accepted Answer

A) Linoleic acid 
B) Stearic acid 
C) Alpha-linolenic acid 
D) Oleic acid 
A) Linoleic acid 
B) Stearic acid 
C) Alpha-linolenic acid 
D) Oleic acid

Question 12

In the body,lipids ________.

Accepted Answer

A) provide insulation against cold temperatures 
B) are necessary for the absorption of dietary fiber 
C) stimulate the production of vitamins and minerals 
D) are needed for proper cholesterol digestion 
A) provide insulation against cold temperatures 
B) are necessary for the absorption of dietary fiber 
C) stimulate the production of vitamins and minerals 
D) are needed for proper cholesterol digestion

Question 13

When she prepares food,Felicia wants to use a product that is a rich source of unsaturated fat.Based on this information,which of the following fats should she select?

Accepted Answer

A) Unsalted butter 
B) Cream cheese 
C) Olive oil 
D) Coconut oil 
A) Unsalted butter 
B) Cream cheese 
C) Olive oil 
D) Coconut oil

Question 14

Omega-3 fatty acids ________.

Accepted Answer

A) are polyunsaturated fatty acids 
B) must be taken through dietary supplements 
C) include stearic and lauric acids 
D) have a double bond at the third carbon from the acid end of the hydrocarbon chain 
A) are polyunsaturated fatty acids 
B) must be taken through dietary supplements 
C) include stearic and lauric acids 
D) have a double bond at the third carbon from the acid end of the hydrocarbon chain

Question 15

Steatorrhea is a surgical procedure to remove a diseased gallbladder.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

The body uses cholesterol to make __________.

Accepted Answer

A) vitamin A 
B) steroid hormones 
C) water 
D) fatty acids 
A) vitamin A 
B) steroid hormones 
C) water 
D) fatty acids

Question 17

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A) Hydrolyzed HDL is a toxic lipoprotein that contributes to cardiovascular disease. 
B) All forms of LDL cholesterol are considered unhealthy,because they increase the risk of diabetes. 
C) VLDLs transport most cholesterol in blood to the liver for disposal. 
D) The cholesterol carried by oxidized LDL is taken up by certain arterial cells and deposited in plaque. 
A) Hydrolyzed HDL is a toxic lipoprotein that contributes to cardiovascular disease. 
B) All forms of LDL cholesterol are considered unhealthy,because they increase the risk of diabetes. 
C) VLDLs transport most cholesterol in blood to the liver for disposal. 
D) The cholesterol carried by oxidized LDL is taken up by certain arterial cells and deposited in plaque.

Question 18

The difference between one triglyceride and another resides in the type of fatty acids attached to each glycerol.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Which of the following organs is key to the enterohepatic circulation of bile?

Accepted Answer

A) Liver 
B) Esophagus 
C) Brain 
D) Thyroid 
A) Liver 
B) Esophagus 
C) Brain 
D) Thyroid

Question 20

Lipids are soluble in organic solvents such as acetone but insoluble in water.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Which of the following foods is naturally a rich source of polyunsaturated fatty acids?

Which of the followings statements is true?

When he prepares food,Edgar wants to use ingredients that are not high in trans fat.Based on this information,which of the following fats should he include in his recipes?

Which of the following characteristics or conditions is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD)?

Which of the following statements describe pancreatic lipase?

According to the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines,healthy adults should consume ________.

The risk of developing cardiovascular diseases can be reduce by doing which of the following? (Check all that apply. )

John's blood test results indicate that his LDL-cholesterol level is too high.Which of the following actions would a registered dietitian nutritionist recommend?

________ naturally contains small amounts of trans fats.

Which of the following plant oils contains the highest amount of saturated fat per tablespoon?

Which of the following fatty acids is an essential fatty acid that is polyunsaturated with two double bonds in its structure?

In the body,lipids ________.

When she prepares food,Felicia wants to use a product that is a rich source of unsaturated fat.Based on this information,which of the following fats should she select?

Omega-3 fatty acids ________.

Steatorrhea is a surgical procedure to remove a diseased gallbladder.

The body uses cholesterol to make __________.

Which of the following statements is true?

The difference between one triglyceride and another resides in the type of fatty acids attached to each glycerol.

Which of the following organs is key to the enterohepatic circulation of bile?

Lipids are soluble in organic solvents such as acetone but insoluble in water.

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Basis of a Healthy Diet

Human Digestion, absorption, and Transport

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Proteins: Amino Acids

Metabolism

Vitamin Overview and Fat-Soluble Vitamins

Water-Soluble Vitamins

Water and Major Minerals

Trace Minerals

Obesity, energy Balance, and Weight Management

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Exam 6: Lipids: Triglycerides, phospholipids, and Sterols

Which of the following foods is naturally a rich source of polyunsaturated fatty acids?

Which of the followings statements is true?

When he prepares food,Edgar wants to use ingredients that are not high in trans fat.Based on this information,which of the following fats should he include in his recipes?

Which of the following characteristics or conditions is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD)?

Which of the following statements describe pancreatic lipase?

According to the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines,healthy adults should consume ________.

The risk of developing cardiovascular diseases can be reduce by doing which of the following? (Check all that apply. )

John's blood test results indicate that his LDL-cholesterol level is too high.Which of the following actions would a registered dietitian nutritionist recommend?

________ naturally contains small amounts of trans fats.

Which of the following plant oils contains the highest amount of saturated fat per tablespoon?

Which of the following fatty acids is an essential fatty acid that is polyunsaturated with two double bonds in its structure?

In the body,lipids ________.

When she prepares food,Felicia wants to use a product that is a rich source of unsaturated fat.Based on this information,which of the following fats should she select?

Omega-3 fatty acids ________.

Steatorrhea is a surgical procedure to remove a diseased gallbladder.

The body uses cholesterol to make __________.

Which of the following statements is true?

The difference between one triglyceride and another resides in the type of fatty acids attached to each glycerol.

Which of the following organs is key to the enterohepatic circulation of bile?

Lipids are soluble in organic solvents such as acetone but insoluble in water.

Introduction to Nutrition

Evaluating Nutrition Information

Basis of a Healthy Diet

Human Digestion, absorption, and Transport

Carbohydrates: Sugars, starches, and Fiber

Proteins: Amino Acids

Metabolism

Vitamin Overview and Fat-Soluble Vitamins

Water-Soluble Vitamins

Water and Major Minerals

Trace Minerals

Obesity, energy Balance, and Weight Management

Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating

Nutrition for Fitness and Sport

Pregnancy and Lactation

Infants, children, and Adolescents

Nutrition for Older Adults

Food and Water Safety

Global Nutrition

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