Question 1

For an adult to enjoy a food,it must have been introduced in childhood.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Which of the following is a limitation of MyPlate?

Accepted Answer

A)  MyPlate does not illustrate the benefits of regular physical activity. 
B)  MyPlate recommends that all grains consumed should be whole grains. 
C)  MyPlate goes too far in encouraging individuals to consume healthier foods. 
D)  MyPlate fails to accommodate ethnic variations. 
A)  MyPlate does not illustrate the benefits of regular physical activity. 
B)  MyPlate recommends that all grains consumed should be whole grains. 
C)  MyPlate goes too far in encouraging individuals to consume healthier foods. 
D)  MyPlate fails to accommodate ethnic variations.

Question 3

Yogurt parfaits offered at some fast food restaurants are a more healthful choice than fresh fruit.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Required on all food products,a statement of identity lists the nutrient and health claims of the food's contents.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

A nutrient-dense snack provides

Accepted Answer

A)  all essential amino acids and at least 6 vitamins and minerals. 
B)  a high level of protein for a low level of saturated fat. 
C)  a high level of nutrients for a low number of Calories. 
D)  a high level of both nutrients and Calories. 
A)  all essential amino acids and at least 6 vitamins and minerals. 
B)  a high level of protein for a low level of saturated fat. 
C)  a high level of nutrients for a low number of Calories. 
D)  a high level of both nutrients and Calories.

Question 6

Percent Daily Values listed on food labels are based on an energy intake level of 2,000 Calories a day.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Serving sizes of prepared foods purchased at grocery stores and restaurants are generally

Accepted Answer

A)  smaller than the USDA serving-size standards. 
B)  the same as USDA serving-size standards. 
C)  larger than USDA serving-size standards. 
D)  not able to be compared to USDA serving-size standards. 
A)  smaller than the USDA serving-size standards. 
B)  the same as USDA serving-size standards. 
C)  larger than USDA serving-size standards. 
D)  not able to be compared to USDA serving-size standards.

Question 8

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans and USDA Food Patterns share a standardized definition for a serving size of each food.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Since 1990,food labels have been required on all fresh meat and poultry.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Ethnic foods can be incorporated into a healthful diet.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Miguel's doctor has recommended that he consume less saturated fat.At his favorite fast-food restaurant,Miguel chooses a grilled chicken sandwich.The menu states that the sandwich contains 460 Calories,and 6 grams of saturated fat.What is the percentage of Calories from saturated fat in this choice?

Accepted Answer

A)  7% 
B)  12% 
C)  17% 
D)  22% 
A)  7% 
B)  12% 
C)  17% 
D)  22%

Question 12

On a food label,"Builds stronger bones" is an example of

Accepted Answer

A)  an unregulated health claim. 
B)  an FDA-approved health claim. 
C)  an unregulated structure-function claim. 
D)  an FDA-approved structure-function claim. 
A)  an unregulated health claim. 
B)  an FDA-approved health claim. 
C)  an unregulated structure-function claim. 
D)  an FDA-approved structure-function claim.

Question 13

Which part of a food label is the primary tool for determining the healthfulness of the product?

Accepted Answer

A)  Nutrition Facts panel 
B)  statement of identity 
C)  net contents of package 
D)  name and address of the manufacturer 
A)  Nutrition Facts panel 
B)  statement of identity 
C)  net contents of package 
D)  name and address of the manufacturer

Question 14

Food companies are prohibited from using on food labels nutrient or health claims that have not been approved by the FDA.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

The %DV on the Nutrition Facts panel is only useful to consumers who regularly eat about 2,000 Calories a day.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

The label on a bag of potato chips indicates that one serving contains 250 Calories,with 150 Calories from fat.What percent of Calories comes from fat?

Accepted Answer

A)  25 
B)  50 
C)  60 
D)  80 
A)  25 
B)  50 
C)  60 
D)  80

Question 17

A diet that includes an average of 5 to 6 cans of cola per day is not moderate.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The number of servings of each food group recommended in the USDA Food Patterns is based on age,gender,and activity level.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

What are the characteristics of a healthful diet? Does your own diet reflect these characteristics? Explain.

Accepted Answer

A healthful diet is characterized by a b

Question 20

Appetite can be depressed when we have a stuffy nose.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 2: Designing a Healthful Diet

For an adult to enjoy a food,it must have been introduced in childhood.

Which of the following is a limitation of MyPlate?

Yogurt parfaits offered at some fast food restaurants are a more healthful choice than fresh fruit.

Required on all food products,a statement of identity lists the nutrient and health claims of the food's contents.

A nutrient-dense snack provides

Percent Daily Values listed on food labels are based on an energy intake level of 2,000 Calories a day.

Serving sizes of prepared foods purchased at grocery stores and restaurants are generally

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans and USDA Food Patterns share a standardized definition for a serving size of each food.

Since 1990,food labels have been required on all fresh meat and poultry.

Ethnic foods can be incorporated into a healthful diet.

On a food label,"Builds stronger bones" is an example of

Which part of a food label is the primary tool for determining the healthfulness of the product?

Food companies are prohibited from using on food labels nutrient or health claims that have not been approved by the FDA.

The %DV on the Nutrition Facts panel is only useful to consumers who regularly eat about 2,000 Calories a day.

The label on a bag of potato chips indicates that one serving contains 250 Calories,with 150 Calories from fat.What percent of Calories comes from fat?

A diet that includes an average of 5 to 6 cans of cola per day is not moderate.

The number of servings of each food group recommended in the USDA Food Patterns is based on age,gender,and activity level.

What are the characteristics of a healthful diet? Does your own diet reflect these characteristics? Explain.

Appetite can be depressed when we have a stuffy nose.

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