Question 1

In the body,lipids

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A) are necessary for the absorption of dietary fiber. 
B) are used to make minerals. 
C) stimulate the production of vitamins. 
D) provide energy. 
A) are necessary for the absorption of dietary fiber. 
B) are used to make minerals. 
C) stimulate the production of vitamins. 
D) provide energy.

Question 2

Which of the following statements is true?

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A) A fatty acid has a chain of carbons bonded to each other and to hydrogen atoms. 
B) Most fatty acids in food are water soluble. 
C) A fatty acid is a polymer of glucose molecules. 
D) The omega end of a fatty acid molecule is the acid portion of the molecule. 
A) A fatty acid has a chain of carbons bonded to each other and to hydrogen atoms. 
B) Most fatty acids in food are water soluble. 
C) A fatty acid is a polymer of glucose molecules. 
D) The omega end of a fatty acid molecule is the acid portion of the molecule.

Question 3

Which of the following statements is true?

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A) A saturated fat has a triple bond between two carbons in the hydrocarbon chain. 
B) A polyunsaturated fatty acid has two or more double bonds between carbons in the hydrocarbon chain. 
C) The omega end of a fatty acid molecule contains the acid group. 
D) Fatty acids contain nitrogen,hydrogen,and carbon. 
A) A saturated fat has a triple bond between two carbons in the hydrocarbon chain. 
B) A polyunsaturated fatty acid has two or more double bonds between carbons in the hydrocarbon chain. 
C) The omega end of a fatty acid molecule contains the acid group. 
D) Fatty acids contain nitrogen,hydrogen,and carbon.

Question 4

Kevin's total blood cholesterol level is 190 mg/dl and his HDL cholesterol level is 60 mg/dl.According to this information,

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A) Kevin's total blood cholesterol level is within the healthy range. 
B) Kevin's HDL level is too low to reduce his risk of cardiovascular disease. 
C) Kevin needs to reduce his total cholesterol level to under 50 mg/dl to lower his risk of heart disease. 
D) Kevin's total blood cholesterol level is too low to provide optimal health and he should eat more saturated fat. 
A) Kevin's total blood cholesterol level is within the healthy range. 
B) Kevin's HDL level is too low to reduce his risk of cardiovascular disease. 
C) Kevin needs to reduce his total cholesterol level to under 50 mg/dl to lower his risk of heart disease. 
D) Kevin's total blood cholesterol level is too low to provide optimal health and he should eat more saturated fat.

Question 5

_____ acid is an essential fatty acid.

Accepted Answer

A) Palmitic 
B) Stearic 
C) Linoleic 
D) Lauric 
A) Palmitic 
B) Stearic 
C) Linoleic 
D) Lauric

Question 6

Brett eats _____ to increase his intake of omega-3 fatty acids.

Accepted Answer

A) baked beans 
B) whole-wheat bread 
C) fresh strawberries 
D) canned sardines 
A) baked beans 
B) whole-wheat bread 
C) fresh strawberries 
D) canned sardines

Question 7

Carter wants to lower his blood cholesterol level.Based on this information,he should limit his intake of

Accepted Answer

A) whole grain products. 
B) nuts and seeds. 
C) fruit juices. 
D) butter and beef. 
A) whole grain products. 
B) nuts and seeds. 
C) fruit juices. 
D) butter and beef.

Question 8

Phyllis recorded her food intake for a week and then used a computerized dietary analysis program to analyze her diet record.According to the results of the analysis,her average daily saturated fat intake was 10% of total calories; her average daily unsaturated fat intake was 35% of total calories; and her average daily cholesterol intake was 250 mg.Based on this information,her total fat intake is _____ the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range.

Accepted Answer

A) above 
B) within 
C) below 
D) More information about Phyllis's omega-6 intake is needed to answer this question. 
A) above 
B) within 
C) below 
D) More information about Phyllis's omega-6 intake is needed to answer this question.

Question 9

April wants to add _____ to her salad,because the food is a naturally rich source of omega-3 fats.

Accepted Answer

A) coconut oil 
B) walnuts 
C) bread cubes 
D) cheddar cheese 
A) coconut oil 
B) walnuts 
C) bread cubes 
D) cheddar cheese

Question 10

_____ acid is an omega-3 fatty acid.

Accepted Answer

A) Docosahexaenoic 
B) Linoleic 
C) Stearic 
D) Lauric 
A) Docosahexaenoic 
B) Linoleic 
C) Stearic 
D) Lauric

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 12

Bill would like to follow recommendations that would reduce his risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD).Based on this information,Bill should

Accepted Answer

A) become more physically active. 
B) gain some body weight. 
C) consume more saturated fat. 
D) smoke no more than a pack of cigarettes daily. 
A) become more physically active. 
B) gain some body weight. 
C) consume more saturated fat. 
D) smoke no more than a pack of cigarettes daily.

Question 13

Chronic alcohol abuse increases the risk of

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A) low blood pressure. 
B) skin tumors. 
C) shrunken heart syndrome. 
D) liver cancer. 
A) low blood pressure. 
B) skin tumors. 
C) shrunken heart syndrome. 
D) liver cancer.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 15

In the body,lipids

Accepted Answer

A) are necessary for the absorption of dietary fiber. 
B) stimulate the production of vitamins and minerals. 
C) contribute to proper body hydration. 
D) help maintain cell membranes. 
A) are necessary for the absorption of dietary fiber. 
B) stimulate the production of vitamins and minerals. 
C) contribute to proper body hydration. 
D) help maintain cell membranes.

Question 16

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A) Foods that contain cholesterol should be avoided because the substance is toxic to human cells. 
B) A diet that is high in saturated fat helps reduce high blood cholesterol levels. 
C) High levels of HDL cholesterol are associated with increased risk of heart disease. 
D) Oxidized LDL contributes to arterial plaque buildup. 
A) Foods that contain cholesterol should be avoided because the substance is toxic to human cells. 
B) A diet that is high in saturated fat helps reduce high blood cholesterol levels. 
C) High levels of HDL cholesterol are associated with increased risk of heart disease. 
D) Oxidized LDL contributes to arterial plaque buildup.

Question 17

A scientist has discovered a new molecular compound that is a long chain of 26 carbons bonded together,with a methyl group on one end and an acid group on the other end of the molecule.The compound does not contain any nitrogen or sulfur atoms.Based on this information,the compound is a(an)

Accepted Answer

A) fatty acid. 
B) sterol. 
C) amino acid. 
D) phospholipid. 
A) fatty acid. 
B) sterol. 
C) amino acid. 
D) phospholipid.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 19

Manny's blood alcohol concentration is 0.36.Based on this information,Manny is

Accepted Answer

A) acting aggressively toward his partner. 
B) acting more sociable and feeling less tense. 
C) able to drive safely. 
D) unconscious. 
A) acting aggressively toward his partner. 
B) acting more sociable and feeling less tense. 
C) able to drive safely. 
D) unconscious.

Question 20

According to the 2015-2020 version of the Dietary Guidelines,cholesterol intake should be

Accepted Answer

A) between 300 and 600 mg/day. 
B) limited to no more than 500 mg/day. 
C) limited to 2 eggs/day or 5 egg yolks/week. 
D) kept as low as possible,while eating a healthy diet. 
A) between 300 and 600 mg/day. 
B) limited to no more than 500 mg/day. 
C) limited to 2 eggs/day or 5 egg yolks/week. 
D) kept as low as possible,while eating a healthy diet.

In the body,lipids

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?

Kevin's total blood cholesterol level is 190 mg/dl and his HDL cholesterol level is 60 mg/dl.According to this information,

_____ acid is an essential fatty acid.

Brett eats _____ to increase his intake of omega-3 fatty acids.

Carter wants to lower his blood cholesterol level.Based on this information,he should limit his intake of

April wants to add _____ to her salad,because the food is a naturally rich source of omega-3 fats.

_____ acid is an omega-3 fatty acid.

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

Bill would like to follow recommendations that would reduce his risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD).Based on this information,Bill should

Chronic alcohol abuse increases the risk of

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

In the body,lipids

Which of the following statements is true?

A scientist has discovered a new molecular compound that is a long chain of 26 carbons bonded together,with a methyl group on one end and an acid group on the other end of the molecule.The compound does not contain any nitrogen or sulfur atoms.Based on this information,the compound is a(an)

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

Manny's blood alcohol concentration is 0.36.Based on this information,Manny is

According to the 2015-2020 version of the Dietary Guidelines,cholesterol intake should be

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Exam 6: Fats and Other Lipids

In the body,lipids

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?

Kevin's total blood cholesterol level is 190 mg/dl and his HDL cholesterol level is 60 mg/dl.According to this information,

_____ acid is an essential fatty acid.

Brett eats _____ to increase his intake of omega-3 fatty acids.

Carter wants to lower his blood cholesterol level.Based on this information,he should limit his intake of

April wants to add _____ to her salad,because the food is a naturally rich source of omega-3 fats.

_____ acid is an omega-3 fatty acid.

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

Bill would like to follow recommendations that would reduce his risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD).Based on this information,Bill should

Chronic alcohol abuse increases the risk of

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

In the body,lipids

Which of the following statements is true?

A scientist has discovered a new molecular compound that is a long chain of 26 carbons bonded together,with a methyl group on one end and an acid group on the other end of the molecule.The compound does not contain any nitrogen or sulfur atoms.Based on this information,the compound is a(an)

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

Manny's blood alcohol concentration is 0.36.Based on this information,Manny is

According to the 2015-2020 version of the Dietary Guidelines,cholesterol intake should be

The Basics of Nutrition

Evaluating Nutrition Information

Planning Nutritious Diets

Body Basics

Carbohydrates

Proteins

Vitamins

Water and Minerals

Energy Balance and Weight Control

Nutrition for Physically-Active Lifestyles

Food Safety Concerns

Nutrition for a Lifetime

Filters