Question 1

Which of the following is directly involved in the chemical digestion of food?

Accepted Answer

A) Peristalsis 
B) Hormones 
C) Hydrochloric acid 
D) Mastication 
E) All of the above 
A) Peristalsis 
B) Hormones 
C) Hydrochloric acid 
D) Mastication 
E) All of the above

Question 2

Omega-3 fatty acids are naturally found in abundance in:

Accepted Answer

A) olive oil. 
B) fish oil. 
C) flaxseed oil. 
D) B and C 
E) A,B,and C 
A) olive oil. 
B) fish oil. 
C) flaxseed oil. 
D) B and C 
E) A,B,and C

Question 3

Translation of mRNA to protein takes place inside the nucleus of a cell.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Answer questions based on the case study "Scott" information below.
  
-Scott's Dietary Reference Intake (DRI)for fiber (based on his caloric intake)is approximately:

Accepted Answer

A) 25 g. 
B) 38 g. 
C) 68 g. 
D) 81 g. 
E) None of the above 
A) 25 g. 
B) 38 g. 
C) 68 g. 
D) 81 g. 
E) None of the above

Question 5

Which human body constituent listed below contributes directly to the digestion of food?

Accepted Answer

A) Lymphatic system 
B) Circulatory system 
C) Duodenum 
D) Spleen 
E) Colon 
A) Lymphatic system 
B) Circulatory system 
C) Duodenum 
D) Spleen 
E) Colon

Question 6

Enzymes are stored in the gallbladder to aid in the digestion of food.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Answer questions based on the case study "Bayo" information below.
  
-The cause of Bayo's lactose intolerance is least related to the science and/or theories of:

Accepted Answer

A) genetics. 
B) inheritance. 
C) evolution. 
D) immunity. 
E) digestion. 
A) genetics. 
B) inheritance. 
C) evolution. 
D) immunity. 
E) digestion.

Question 8

Lactose intolerance involves the immune system.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Lactase gene persistence is an evolutionary trait that permits lactose tolerance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Chewing is an example of mechanical digestion.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The colon (large intestine)is the site where most nutrients are absorbed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Diets rich in enriched grains and omega-6 fatty acids are protective against many types of cancer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Answer questions based on the case study "Bayo" information below.
  
-Bayo consumed approximately _____ of his Dietary Reference Intake (DRI)for fiber.

Accepted Answer

A) 20% 
B) 32% 
C) 49% 
D) 100% 
E) 205% 
A) 20% 
B) 32% 
C) 49% 
D) 100% 
E) 205%

Question 14

Which type of fatty acid is presently not linked to heart disease or cancer risk?

Accepted Answer

A) Saturated 
B) Monounsaturated 
C) Polyunsaturated 
D) Trans 
E) None of the above 
A) Saturated 
B) Monounsaturated 
C) Polyunsaturated 
D) Trans 
E) None of the above

Question 15

Match the short phrase or term with the choice that correctly completes the sentence.Choose the best answer.You may use some answers more than once or not at all.
-Conversion of glucose to glycogen is:

Accepted Answer

A) anabolic. 
B) catabolic. 
C) neither anabolic nor catabolic. 
A) anabolic. 
B) catabolic. 
C) neither anabolic nor catabolic.

Question 16

Answer questions based on the case study "Bayo" information below.
  
-Bayo's Dietary Reference Intake (DRI)for protein is approximately:

Accepted Answer

A) 109 g. 
B) 119 g. 
C) 182 g. 
D) 256 g. 
E) 320 g. 
A) 109 g. 
B) 119 g. 
C) 182 g. 
D) 256 g. 
E) 320 g.

Question 17

When a whole grain is refined,the _____ is not removed.

Accepted Answer

A) beard 
B) endosperm 
C) bran 
D) endometrium 
E) antibody 
A) beard 
B) endosperm 
C) bran 
D) endometrium 
E) antibody

Question 18

Low-density lipoproteins are characterized as the good type of cholesterol.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Answer questions based on the case study "Scott" information below.
  
-Do Scott's dietary intake levels for vitamin E and folate increase his risk for heart disease?

Accepted Answer

A) Yes 
B) No 
A) Yes 
B) No

Question 20

Which of the following foods is an example of a wholesome but low-quality protein source?

Accepted Answer

A) Vegetable oil 
B) Beans 
C) Cheese 
D) Banana 
E) Eggs 
A) Vegetable oil 
B) Beans 
C) Cheese 
D) Banana 
E) Eggs

Which of the following is directly involved in the chemical digestion of food?

Omega-3 fatty acids are naturally found in abundance in:

Translation of mRNA to protein takes place inside the nucleus of a cell.

Answer questions based on the case study "Scott" information below. -Scott's Dietary Reference Intake (DRI)for fiber (based on his caloric intake)is approximately:

Which human body constituent listed below contributes directly to the digestion of food?

Enzymes are stored in the gallbladder to aid in the digestion of food.

Answer questions based on the case study "Bayo" information below. -The cause of Bayo's lactose intolerance is least related to the science and/or theories of:

Lactose intolerance involves the immune system.

Lactase gene persistence is an evolutionary trait that permits lactose tolerance.

Chewing is an example of mechanical digestion.

The colon (large intestine)is the site where most nutrients are absorbed.

Diets rich in enriched grains and omega-6 fatty acids are protective against many types of cancer.

Answer questions based on the case study "Bayo" information below. -Bayo consumed approximately _____ of his Dietary Reference Intake (DRI)for fiber.

Which type of fatty acid is presently not linked to heart disease or cancer risk?

Match the short phrase or term with the choice that correctly completes the sentence.Choose the best answer.You may use some answers more than once or not at all. -Conversion of glucose to glycogen is:

Answer questions based on the case study "Bayo" information below. -Bayo's Dietary Reference Intake (DRI)for protein is approximately:

When a whole grain is refined,the _____ is not removed.

Low-density lipoproteins are characterized as the good type of cholesterol.

Answer questions based on the case study "Scott" information below. -Do Scott's dietary intake levels for vitamin E and folate increase his risk for heart disease?

Which of the following foods is an example of a wholesome but low-quality protein source?

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Which of the following is directly involved in the chemical digestion of food?

Omega-3 fatty acids are naturally found in abundance in:

Translation of mRNA to protein takes place inside the nucleus of a cell.

Answer questions based on the case study "Scott" information below. -Scott's Dietary Reference Intake (DRI)for fiber (based on his caloric intake)is approximately:

Which human body constituent listed below contributes directly to the digestion of food?

Enzymes are stored in the gallbladder to aid in the digestion of food.

Answer questions based on the case study "Bayo" information below. -The cause of Bayo's lactose intolerance is least related to the science and/or theories of:

Lactose intolerance involves the immune system.

Lactase gene persistence is an evolutionary trait that permits lactose tolerance.

Chewing is an example of mechanical digestion.

The colon (large intestine)is the site where most nutrients are absorbed.

Diets rich in enriched grains and omega-6 fatty acids are protective against many types of cancer.

Answer questions based on the case study "Bayo" information below. -Bayo consumed approximately _____ of his Dietary Reference Intake (DRI)for fiber.

Which type of fatty acid is presently not linked to heart disease or cancer risk?

Match the short phrase or term with the choice that correctly completes the sentence.Choose the best answer.You may use some answers more than once or not at all. -Conversion of glucose to glycogen is:

Answer questions based on the case study "Bayo" information below. -Bayo's Dietary Reference Intake (DRI)for protein is approximately:

When a whole grain is refined,the _____ is not removed.

Low-density lipoproteins are characterized as the good type of cholesterol.

Answer questions based on the case study "Scott" information below. -Do Scott's dietary intake levels for vitamin E and folate increase his risk for heart disease?

Which of the following foods is an example of a wholesome but low-quality protein source?

Nutrition Basics

Tools to Plan,Manage,and Evaluate Diets

The Science of Nutrition in Energy Balance, Body Composition,Weight Control,and Fitness

The Vitamins and Minerals

Nutrition Information and the Food Industry

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