Question 1

You are planning a party for a group of friends.Which of the following foods can you serve to everyone at the party,without having to worry about your friend who has celiac disease?

Accepted Answer

A) Cheddar cheese on wheat crackers 
B) Pizza made with whole-grain flour 
C) Corn beef on rye bread 
D) Pieces of fresh fruit 
A) Cheddar cheese on wheat crackers 
B) Pizza made with whole-grain flour 
C) Corn beef on rye bread 
D) Pieces of fresh fruit

Question 2

Proteins

Accepted Answer

A) provide 7 kcal/g. 
B) have phosphorus in their chemical structures. 
C) are stored as glycogen in the body. 
D) are comprised of amino acids. 
A) provide 7 kcal/g. 
B) have phosphorus in their chemical structures. 
C) are stored as glycogen in the body. 
D) are comprised of amino acids.

Question 3

When Thompson was 5 years of age,he began to complain that his stomach hurt,especially after eating meals and snacks.He also experienced chronic diarrhea.His parents noticed that he could eat poultry,meat,dairy foods,fruits,and vegetables without developing any intestinal problems,but he would get a "tummy ache" soon after eating sandwiches,cookies,crackers,or pancakes.Based on this information,Thompson's parents should have him evaluated for

Accepted Answer

A) colon cancer. 
B) cystic fibrosis. 
C) irritable bowel syndrome. 
D) celiac disease. 
A) colon cancer. 
B) cystic fibrosis. 
C) irritable bowel syndrome. 
D) celiac disease.

Question 4

A team of food scientists wants to develop a formula diet for newborns that is a nutritionally complete food that replaces human milk.To support normal infant development,the formula must have _____ as an ingredient.

Accepted Answer

A) homocysteine 
B) lipase 
C) lactose 
D) lysine 
A) homocysteine 
B) lipase 
C) lactose 
D) lysine

Question 5

Leona is making lemon pudding from "scratch." Her ingredients include fat-free milk,corn starch,lemon juice,egg yolks,salt,sugar,and butter.When she added some of the ingredients together,little clumps formed in the mixture before she could heat it.What happened to those ingredients?

Accepted Answer

A) The acid in the lemon juice denatured the milk proteins. 
B) The corn starch deaminated the lactose in the milk. 
C) The cholesterol in the raw egg yolks reacted with the butter. 
D) The salt activated the sugar after being mixed with the egg yolks. 
A) The acid in the lemon juice denatured the milk proteins. 
B) The corn starch deaminated the lactose in the milk. 
C) The cholesterol in the raw egg yolks reacted with the butter. 
D) The salt activated the sugar after being mixed with the egg yolks.

Question 6

Carmen is an active child who is allergic to peanuts.While attending a classroom party,Carmen accidentally was exposed to trail mix that contained peanuts,and she rapidly developed _____ as a result.

Accepted Answer

A) anaphylaxis 
B) torticollis 
C) fibrosis 
D) cirrhosis 
A) anaphylaxis 
B) torticollis 
C) fibrosis 
D) cirrhosis

Question 7

Which of the following bags of frozen peaches is the least expensive per ounce of fruit?

Accepted Answer

A) frozen sliced peaches at $2.56 per 12-ounce bag 
B) frozen sliced peaches at $4.49 per 2-pound bag 
C) frozen sliced peaches at $2.50 per 8-ounce bag 
D) sliced frozen peaches at $2.59 per 10-ounce bag 
A) frozen sliced peaches at $2.56 per 12-ounce bag 
B) frozen sliced peaches at $4.49 per 2-pound bag 
C) frozen sliced peaches at $2.50 per 8-ounce bag 
D) sliced frozen peaches at $2.59 per 10-ounce bag

Question 8

Ruben has a family history of cardiovascular disease.To reduce his risk of heart disease and stroke,he should follow a _____ diet.

Accepted Answer

A) vegan 
B) semivegetarian 
C) low-potassium 
D) Western 
A) vegan 
B) semivegetarian 
C) low-potassium 
D) Western

Question 9

During digestion,which of the following substances denatures the proteins in food?

Accepted Answer

A) Amylase 
B) Stomach acid 
C) Mucus 
D) Intrinsic factor 
A) Amylase 
B) Stomach acid 
C) Mucus 
D) Intrinsic factor

Question 10

Compared to a triglyceride molecule,a protein molecule

Accepted Answer

A) has three fatty acids attached to glycerol. 
B) provides more energy. 
C) is comprised of glucose units. 
D) has nitrogen in its chemical structure. 
A) has three fatty acids attached to glycerol. 
B) provides more energy. 
C) is comprised of glucose units. 
D) has nitrogen in its chemical structure.

Question 11

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A) The body needs protein to make sodium,calcium,and other mineral elements. 
B) The human body normally uses very little protein for energy. 
C) Proteins are comprised of smaller chemical units called nucleic acids. 
D) Proteins are comprised of phosphorus,oxygen,hydrogen,and carbon. 
A) The body needs protein to make sodium,calcium,and other mineral elements. 
B) The human body normally uses very little protein for energy. 
C) Proteins are comprised of smaller chemical units called nucleic acids. 
D) Proteins are comprised of phosphorus,oxygen,hydrogen,and carbon.

Question 12

Which of the following foods is the least expensive per ounce?

Accepted Answer

A) frozen sliced peaches at $2.69 per 18-ounce bag 
B) frozen sliced peaches at $2.56 per 12-ounce bag 
C) sliced peaches (drained of syrup)at $2.19 per 10-ounce can 
D) sliced peaches (drained of syrup)at $2.59 per 16-ounce can 
A) frozen sliced peaches at $2.69 per 18-ounce bag 
B) frozen sliced peaches at $2.56 per 12-ounce bag 
C) sliced peaches (drained of syrup)at $2.19 per 10-ounce can 
D) sliced peaches (drained of syrup)at $2.59 per 16-ounce can

Question 13

High intakes of vitamin A during pregnancy can cause birth defects.This is an example of

Accepted Answer

A) nutrigenomics. 
B) nutrifanatics. 
C) nutrigenetics. 
D) nutripronomics. 
A) nutrigenomics. 
B) nutrifanatics. 
C) nutrigenetics. 
D) nutripronomics.

Question 14

Luis is 23 years of age and weighs 220 pounds.Based on his body weight,his RDA for protein is ____ grams.

Accepted Answer

A) 140 
B) 120 
C) 80 
D) 100 
A) 140 
B) 120 
C) 80 
D) 100

Question 15

When combined,which of the following groups of foods forms a complementary protein dish?

Accepted Answer

A) Iceberg lettuce,carrots,and tomatoes 
B) Cranberries,apples,and marshmallows 
C) Kidney beans,rice,and sesame seeds 
D) Peaches,bananas,and apricots 
A) Iceberg lettuce,carrots,and tomatoes 
B) Cranberries,apples,and marshmallows 
C) Kidney beans,rice,and sesame seeds 
D) Peaches,bananas,and apricots

Question 16

Roberta is 25 years of age,healthy,and pregnant.Based on this information,her body is in ____ nitrogen balance.

Accepted Answer

A) positive 
B) inverse 
C) negative 
D) activated 
A) positive 
B) inverse 
C) negative 
D) activated

Question 17

Evan is 28 years of age.His height is 6' 2",and he weighs 130 kg.Based on his body weight,his RDA for protein is _____ grams.

Accepted Answer

A) 104.0 
B) 70.0 
C) 87.2 
D) 47.2 
A) 104.0 
B) 70.0 
C) 87.2 
D) 47.2

Question 18

Plant-based diets may not supply enough ____ to meet a child's needs.

Accepted Answer

A) fiber 
B) vitamin C 
C) protein 
D) sodium 
A) fiber 
B) vitamin C 
C) protein 
D) sodium

Question 19

The typical vegetarian diet supplies high amounts of

Accepted Answer

A) vitamin 
B) vitamin B-12. 
C) saturated fat. 
D) cholesterol. 
A) vitamin 
B) vitamin B-12. 
C) saturated fat. 
D) cholesterol.

Question 20

The typical American eats more protein from _____ than he or she did in the early 1900s.

Accepted Answer

A) grains 
B) meat 
C) vegetables 
D) fruits 
A) grains 
B) meat 
C) vegetables 
D) fruits

You are planning a party for a group of friends.Which of the following foods can you serve to everyone at the party,without having to worry about your friend who has celiac disease?

Proteins

A team of food scientists wants to develop a formula diet for newborns that is a nutritionally complete food that replaces human milk.To support normal infant development,the formula must have _____ as an ingredient.

Leona is making lemon pudding from "scratch." Her ingredients include fat-free milk,corn starch,lemon juice,egg yolks,salt,sugar,and butter.When she added some of the ingredients together,little clumps formed in the mixture before she could heat it.What happened to those ingredients?

Carmen is an active child who is allergic to peanuts.While attending a classroom party,Carmen accidentally was exposed to trail mix that contained peanuts,and she rapidly developed _____ as a result.

Which of the following bags of frozen peaches is the least expensive per ounce of fruit?

Ruben has a family history of cardiovascular disease.To reduce his risk of heart disease and stroke,he should follow a _____ diet.

During digestion,which of the following substances denatures the proteins in food?

Compared to a triglyceride molecule,a protein molecule

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following foods is the least expensive per ounce?

High intakes of vitamin A during pregnancy can cause birth defects.This is an example of

Luis is 23 years of age and weighs 220 pounds.Based on his body weight,his RDA for protein is ____ grams.

When combined,which of the following groups of foods forms a complementary protein dish?

Roberta is 25 years of age,healthy,and pregnant.Based on this information,her body is in ____ nitrogen balance.

Evan is 28 years of age.His height is 6' 2",and he weighs 130 kg.Based on his body weight,his RDA for protein is _____ grams.

Plant-based diets may not supply enough ____ to meet a child's needs.

The typical vegetarian diet supplies high amounts of

The typical American eats more protein from _____ than he or she did in the early 1900s.

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Exam 7: Proteins

You are planning a party for a group of friends.Which of the following foods can you serve to everyone at the party,without having to worry about your friend who has celiac disease?

Proteins

A team of food scientists wants to develop a formula diet for newborns that is a nutritionally complete food that replaces human milk.To support normal infant development,the formula must have _____ as an ingredient.

Leona is making lemon pudding from "scratch." Her ingredients include fat-free milk,corn starch,lemon juice,egg yolks,salt,sugar,and butter.When she added some of the ingredients together,little clumps formed in the mixture before she could heat it.What happened to those ingredients?

Carmen is an active child who is allergic to peanuts.While attending a classroom party,Carmen accidentally was exposed to trail mix that contained peanuts,and she rapidly developed _____ as a result.

Which of the following bags of frozen peaches is the least expensive per ounce of fruit?

Ruben has a family history of cardiovascular disease.To reduce his risk of heart disease and stroke,he should follow a _____ diet.

During digestion,which of the following substances denatures the proteins in food?

Compared to a triglyceride molecule,a protein molecule

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following foods is the least expensive per ounce?

High intakes of vitamin A during pregnancy can cause birth defects.This is an example of

Luis is 23 years of age and weighs 220 pounds.Based on his body weight,his RDA for protein is ____ grams.

When combined,which of the following groups of foods forms a complementary protein dish?

Roberta is 25 years of age,healthy,and pregnant.Based on this information,her body is in ____ nitrogen balance.

Evan is 28 years of age.His height is 6' 2",and he weighs 130 kg.Based on his body weight,his RDA for protein is _____ grams.

Plant-based diets may not supply enough ____ to meet a child's needs.

The typical vegetarian diet supplies high amounts of

The typical American eats more protein from _____ than he or she did in the early 1900s.

The Basics of Nutrition

Evaluating Nutrition Information

Planning Nutritious Diets

Body Basics

Carbohydrates

Fats and Other Lipids

Vitamins

Water and Minerals

Energy Balance and Weight Control

Nutrition for Physically-Active Lifestyles

Food Safety Concerns

Nutrition for a Lifetime

Filters