Question 1

Which of the following characteristics increases a person's risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD)?

Accepted Answer

A) Higher than average intakes of calcium 
B) Female sex 
C) Type 2 diabetes 
D) Asian ancestry 
A) Higher than average intakes of calcium 
B) Female sex 
C) Type 2 diabetes 
D) Asian ancestry

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

A) High intakes of vitamin C 
B) Asian ancestry 
C) Increasing age 
D) Low income level 
A) High intakes of vitamin C 
B) Asian ancestry 
C) Increasing age 
D) Low income level

Question 3

Carlos has a family history of premature heart disease and stroke.To lower his risk of cardiovascular disease,Carlos should ________.

Accepted Answer

A) increase his intake of trans fat 
B) take medication to increase his blood pressure 
C) stop smoking cigarettes 
D) increase his intake of vitamin K 
A) increase his intake of trans fat 
B) take medication to increase his blood pressure 
C) stop smoking cigarettes 
D) increase his intake of vitamin K

Question 4

A scientist has isolated a fatty acid that has 26 carbons bonded together.All of the carbon atoms in the chain are connected by single bonds.The only other elements in the compound are hydrogen and oxygen.Based on this information,the compound is a(n) ________ fatty acid.

Accepted Answer

A) polyunsaturated 
B) monounsaturated 
C) saturated 
D) essential 
A) polyunsaturated 
B) monounsaturated 
C) saturated 
D) essential

Question 5

Maria usually consumes about 2000 kcal/day.On average,her fat intake is approximately 90 g/day.Based on this information,which of the following statements describes Maria's diet?

Accepted Answer

A) Maria's fat intake meets the RDA for lipids. 
B) Maria's fat intake is higher than the AMDR. 
C) Maria's fat intake is within the AI. 
D) Maria's fat intake is not high enough to support good health. 
A) Maria's fat intake meets the RDA for lipids. 
B) Maria's fat intake is higher than the AMDR. 
C) Maria's fat intake is within the AI. 
D) Maria's fat intake is not high enough to support good health.

Question 6

Cholecystokinin (CCK)is a hormone that ________.

Accepted Answer

A) stimulates the gallbladder to release bile into the small intestine 
B) enables glucose to enter muscle cells 
C) increases the production of salivary amylase 
D) decreases the excretion of sodium ions from kidneys 
A) stimulates the gallbladder to release bile into the small intestine 
B) enables glucose to enter muscle cells 
C) increases the production of salivary amylase 
D) decreases the excretion of sodium ions from kidneys

Question 7

Cocoa butter is a rich source of saturated fat.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Victor is making cake batter.When he added corn oil,fat-free milk,baking powder,and salt together,the oil and milk separated into two layers.To make a mixture that does not separate into oily and watery components,Victor should add ________ and stir the ingredients together.

Accepted Answer

A) high-fructose corn syrup 
B) egg yolks 
C) whey protein 
D) fruit juice 
A) high-fructose corn syrup 
B) egg yolks 
C) whey protein 
D) fruit juice

Question 9

Which of the following foods is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids?

Accepted Answer

A) Flaxseeds 
B) Apples 
C) Leaf lettuce 
D) Fat-free milk 
A) Flaxseeds 
B) Apples 
C) Leaf lettuce 
D) Fat-free milk

Question 10

________ acid is an omega-6 fatty acid.

Accepted Answer

A) Eicosapentaenoic 
B) Alpha-linolenic 
C) Docosahexaenoic 
D) Linoleic 
A) Eicosapentaenoic 
B) Alpha-linolenic 
C) Docosahexaenoic 
D) Linoleic

Question 11

A scientist has isolated a fatty acid that has 26 carbons.Most of the carbon atoms in the fatty acid chain are connected by single bonds,except there is a double bond between the number 3 and 4 carbons as well as the number 9 and 10 carbons.The only other elements in the compound are hydrogen and oxygen.Based on this information,the compound is a ________ fatty acid.

Accepted Answer

A) hydroxytransylated 
B) monounsaturated 
C) saturated 
D) polyunsaturated 
A) hydroxytransylated 
B) monounsaturated 
C) saturated 
D) polyunsaturated

Question 12

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A) A fatty acid is a polymer of glucose molecules. 
B) The omega end of a fatty acid molecule is the acid portion of the molecule. 
C) In nature,fatty acids typically have even numbers of carbon atoms. 
D) Most fatty acids in food are water soluble. 
A) A fatty acid is a polymer of glucose molecules. 
B) The omega end of a fatty acid molecule is the acid portion of the molecule. 
C) In nature,fatty acids typically have even numbers of carbon atoms. 
D) Most fatty acids in food are water soluble.

Question 13

Sarah consumes approximately 2000 kcal/day.According to recommendations of the 2015-2020 version of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans,she should limit her saturated fat intake to fewer than ________ kcal/day.

Accepted Answer

A) 200 
B) 250 
C) 350 
D) 450 
A) 200 
B) 250 
C) 350 
D) 450

Question 14

The liver recycles bile salts to make new ________.

Accepted Answer

A) bile 
B) hemoglobin 
C) white blood cells 
D) glycogen 
A) bile 
B) hemoglobin 
C) white blood cells 
D) glycogen

Question 15

Major functions of lipids include all of the following EXCEPT ________.

Accepted Answer

A) help in the production of steroid hormones 
B) stimulate the production of vitamins and minerals 
C) cushioning of the body against bumps and blows 
D) serving as an energy source 
A) help in the production of steroid hormones 
B) stimulate the production of vitamins and minerals 
C) cushioning of the body against bumps and blows 
D) serving as an energy source

Question 16

Which of the following fatty acids is an essential fatty acid?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 17

Which of the following foods is a source of cholesterol?

Accepted Answer

A) Organic carrots 
B) Rolled oats 
C) Pork steak 
D) High-fructose corn syrup 
A) Organic carrots 
B) Rolled oats 
C) Pork steak 
D) High-fructose corn syrup

Question 18

Which of the following statements about lipids is true?

Accepted Answer

A) Lipids dissolve in organic solvents,such as alcohol and acetone. 
B) Oil is more dense than water such that it floats to the bottom when oil and water are mixed. 
C) Lipids dissolve in water-based substances,such as vinegar. 
D) Most lipids are hydrophilic. 
A) Lipids dissolve in organic solvents,such as alcohol and acetone. 
B) Oil is more dense than water such that it floats to the bottom when oil and water are mixed. 
C) Lipids dissolve in water-based substances,such as vinegar. 
D) Most lipids are hydrophilic.

Question 19

A scientist has isolated a chemical compound that is partially soluble in water.The chemical helps keep water-soluble substances mixed with fats.When analyzing the composition of the chemical,the scientist determined that,in addition to carbon,hydrogen,and oxygen,the compound contains nitrogen and phosphorus atoms.Based on this information,the compound is a(n)________.

Accepted Answer

A) phospholipid 
B) essential fatty acid 
C) sterol 
D) nutrino 
A) phospholipid 
B) essential fatty acid 
C) sterol 
D) nutrino

Question 20

Which of the following foods naturally contains cholesterol?

Accepted Answer

A) Broccoli 
B) Peanuts 
C) Sunflower seeds 
D) Chicken 
A) Broccoli 
B) Peanuts 
C) Sunflower seeds 
D) Chicken

Which of the following characteristics increases a person's risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD)?

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

Carlos has a family history of premature heart disease and stroke.To lower his risk of cardiovascular disease,Carlos should ________.

A scientist has isolated a fatty acid that has 26 carbons bonded together.All of the carbon atoms in the chain are connected by single bonds.The only other elements in the compound are hydrogen and oxygen.Based on this information,the compound is a(n) ________ fatty acid.

Maria usually consumes about 2000 kcal/day.On average,her fat intake is approximately 90 g/day.Based on this information,which of the following statements describes Maria's diet?

Cholecystokinin (CCK)is a hormone that ________.

Cocoa butter is a rich source of saturated fat.

Victor is making cake batter.When he added corn oil,fat-free milk,baking powder,and salt together,the oil and milk separated into two layers.To make a mixture that does not separate into oily and watery components,Victor should add ________ and stir the ingredients together.

Which of the following foods is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids?

________ acid is an omega-6 fatty acid.

Which of the following statements is true?

Sarah consumes approximately 2000 kcal/day.According to recommendations of the 2015-2020 version of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans,she should limit her saturated fat intake to fewer than ________ kcal/day.

The liver recycles bile salts to make new ________.

Major functions of lipids include all of the following EXCEPT ________.

Which of the following fatty acids is an essential fatty acid?

Which of the following foods is a source of cholesterol?

Which of the following statements about lipids is true?

Which of the following foods naturally contains cholesterol?

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

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Infants, children, and Adolescents

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Exam 6: Lipids: Triglycerides, phospholipids, and Sterols

Which of the following characteristics increases a person's risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD)?

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

Carlos has a family history of premature heart disease and stroke.To lower his risk of cardiovascular disease,Carlos should ________.

A scientist has isolated a fatty acid that has 26 carbons bonded together.All of the carbon atoms in the chain are connected by single bonds.The only other elements in the compound are hydrogen and oxygen.Based on this information,the compound is a(n) ________ fatty acid.

Maria usually consumes about 2000 kcal/day.On average,her fat intake is approximately 90 g/day.Based on this information,which of the following statements describes Maria's diet?

Cholecystokinin (CCK)is a hormone that ________.

Cocoa butter is a rich source of saturated fat.

Victor is making cake batter.When he added corn oil,fat-free milk,baking powder,and salt together,the oil and milk separated into two layers.To make a mixture that does not separate into oily and watery components,Victor should add ________ and stir the ingredients together.

Which of the following foods is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids?

________ acid is an omega-6 fatty acid.

Which of the following statements is true?

Sarah consumes approximately 2000 kcal/day.According to recommendations of the 2015-2020 version of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans,she should limit her saturated fat intake to fewer than ________ kcal/day.

The liver recycles bile salts to make new ________.

Major functions of lipids include all of the following EXCEPT ________.

Which of the following fatty acids is an essential fatty acid?

Which of the following foods is a source of cholesterol?

Which of the following statements about lipids is true?

Which of the following foods naturally contains cholesterol?

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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