Nutrition Exam 1 (Test Bank) Questions And Answers 2024

Nutrition Exam 1 (Test Bank) Questions And Answers 2024Minerals are non-essential nutrients and provide 4 kilocalories per gram. - correct answer-false Fats are similar to carbohydrates and are composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. - correct answer-true Water-soluble vitamins include vitamins C, B, and E. - correct answer-false Phytochemicals are found in all protein-rich foods, including chicken, eggs, and fish. - correct answer-false Iron-deficiency is considered to be a form of malnutrition. - correct answer-true According to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, the majority of Americans are getting their recommended servings of whole grains, fruits, and vegetables. - correct answer-false How many classes of nutrients do we know of? A. 2 B. 3 C. 4 D. 5 E. 6 - correct answer-E Which of the following is NOT considered a nutrient? A. phytochemicals B. proteins C. fats D. carbohydrates E. water - correct answer-A 9. Essential nutrients are those that A. are found in all animal-derived foods. B. the body cannot produce and must be supplied through food. C. are found in fortified foods. D. are sold in health food stores as supplements. E. are found in green leafy vegetables. - correct answer-B 10. A nutrient that cannot be made by the body in sufficient quantities and that must be obtained from food is a/an A. organic nutrient. B. inorganic nutrient. C. essential nutrient. D. phytochemical. E. functional nutrient. - correct answer-C 11. All of the following statements about carbohydrates are true, EXCEPT A. they are composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. B. they are a major source of energy in the body. C. they are categorized into simple and complex carbohydrates. D. they provide more calories than protein. E. they are a component of DNA and RNA. - correct answer-D 12. The composition of proteins is different from that of carbohydrates due to the presence of A. carbon. B. hydrogen. C. nitrogen. D. oxygen. E. None of the above. - correct answer-C 13. What is the primary form of fat in our bodies? A. cholesterol B. triglycerides