,TESTBANK for Personal Nutrition , 11th Edition
Marie A. Boyle
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1. The social and cultural groups to which a person belongs have little effect on food choices.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
2. Overnutrition is a form of malnutrition that can contribute to leading causes of U.S. deaths such as coronary
heart disease.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
3. A nutrition claim that appears in a newspaper is usually a confirmed, and therefore reliable, finding.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
4. Meals eaten at fast food restaurants commonly contain similar amounts of calories, fiber, and saturated fat to
meals prepared at home.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
5. When people are served larger portions, they tend to self-regulate and eat smaller portions than what they are
served.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
6. Body fat is the primary way the body stores energy.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
7. The body uses proteins, carbohydrates, and fats to create the energy it needs for its various activities.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
8. The Okinawans have a lower prevalence of chronic diseases than most other cultures in the world.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
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9. The amount spent by the food industry advertising food, beverage, and fast food is nearly equal to the amount
spent by the government in promoting its campaign to encourage people of all ages to increase their
consumption of fruits and vegetables.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
10. Diet is the sole culprit in causing chronic diseases, such as diabetes and heart disease.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
11. The risk of lifestyle-related chronic diseases is purely hereditary.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
12. An extremely low income can put a person at risk for undernutrition.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
13. An individual who shops for fresh green beans and blueberries in season, whole-grain rice and beans, low-
fat cheeses, and extra lean ground beef can eat nutritious food at home while being budget-conscious.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
14. As a consequence of an abundant food supply, Americans experience some of the lowest rates of
degenerative diseases in the world.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
15. A variety of berries, including strawberries and kiwifruit, contain antioxidants that promote good health.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
16. Health promotions like Healthy People 2030 can positively influence a person’s lifestyle behaviors so they
can experience a better quality of life over a longer period of time.
a. True
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b. False
ANSWER: True
17. Individuals who regularly eat nutritious meals and have an active lifestyle can expect to maintain their good
health several years longer than individuals who practice only a few or no healthy habits.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
18. A popular, recently launched website about disease prevention includes a comprehensive list of health
statistics from 2009 to support the effectiveness of its natural health products. It also provides balanced
arguments about the effectiveness of natural health products. The website is authored by a nutritionist and
includes a money-back guarantee on its products. Can the information on this website be considered credible?
a. Yes, because the health data is provided in its entirety.
b. Yes, because the author of the website is a nutritionist.
c. No, because the different points of view create ambiguity.
d. No, because the reported statistics are outdated.
e. Yes, because the sale of natural health products is regulated.
ANSWER: d
19. In a remote northern area, the majority of residents drive 35 miles to a grocery store so they can pick up
fresh fruit, vegetables, and meats. What is the name for the area where the residents live?
a. food distancing
b. food oasis
c. food caravan
d. food desert
e. food culture
ANSWER: d
20. What food item would be a healthy basic selection at the grocery store?
a. white bread
b. battered fish
c. dry roasted nuts
d. white rice
e. peaches canned in heavy syrup
ANSWER: c
21. Which substances are included in the six classes of nutrients?
a. water, alcohol, and fats
b. alcohol, proteins, and carbohydrates
c. antioxidants, sugar, and vitamins
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d. water, carbohydrates, and fats
e. alcohol, minerals, and vitamins
ANSWER: d
22. What is a leading cause of death in the United States that could be linked to diet?
a. lung disease
b. cancer
c. kidney disease
d. infections of the blood
e. Parkinson’s disease
ANSWER: b
23. Which nutrient provides the ideal source of energy for the brain and nervous system?
a. water
b. lipids
c. vitamins
d. proteins
e. carbohydrates
ANSWER: e
24. You are looking for a legitimate, qualified dietitian to advise you on a healthy eating plan for your family.
Which characteristic might alert you to do further research?
a. an undergraduate degree in food and nutrition or a related science
b. completion of an approved dietetic internship or its equivalent
c. use of the title nutritionist without any mention of credentials next to an individual’s name
d. successful completion of a national examination and maintenance of continuing education
e. a degree earned at an institution accredited by the Council on Education
ANSWER: c
25. Who would be the most appropriate person to consult for nutrition information?
a. a health teacher
b. a chiropractor
c. a registered dietitian
d. a medical doctor
e. a health food store manager
ANSWER: c
26. A single-serve cup of Greek yogurt has 2 grams fat, 3 grams carbohydrates, and 12 grams protein. How
many calories each are from fat, carbohydrates, and protein?
a. 18; 12; 48
b. 12; 18; 48
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c. 48; 18; 12
d. 12; 48; 18
e. 48; 12; 18
ANSWER: a
27. Which term is included in the acronym CARS, and is applied in determining the quality of information
found on the internet?
a. adequacy
b. credibility
c. reliability
d. sense
e. rational
ANSWER: b
28. Which activity demonstrates making a food choice based on sustainability issues in relation to food
consumption?
a. purchasing fresh strawberries when they are out of season
b. buying bananas that are grown in another country
c. shopping for groceries when you are not hungry
d. purchasing corn from the farmer in your neighborhood
e. buying only items that are highly nutritious
ANSWER: d
29. Imagine that you are reading a magazine article about a new product that claims to benefit health. Which
characteristic suggests that these claims might be valid?
a. The product is described as a “secret formula.”
b. The article provides unsubstantiated evidence that the product works.
c. The peer-reviewed scientific research is cited.
d. The product is available only through a commercial.
e. The article includes testimonials from satisfied customers.
ANSWER: c
30. Some experts believe that a relationship between energy-dense diets and the money spent per unit for that
energy by socioeconomically disadvantaged groups contributes to which chronic condition?
a. overnutrition
b. low bone mineral density
c. iron deficiency
d. obesity
e. colon cancer
ANSWER: d
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31. Which strategy would most likely support healthy eating when dining out?
a. Order grilled rather than fried foods.
b. Use mayonnaise in place of mustard.
c. Order a large burger to obtain adequate protein.
d. Order whole milk rather than a diet soda.
e. Buy the largest meal with the best deal and skip the next meal.
ANSWER: a
32. Globally, what is one of the core nutrition-related objectives that WHO is targeting in order to reduce
premature death?
a. reduce cancer
b. improve food safety
c. reduce homicide
d. reduce liver disease
e. improve public education
ANSWER: b
33. Maji decides to go shopping and wants to purchase foods with less fat and fewer calories and save money at
the same time. Which food item is least likely to help Maji meet these objectives?
a. salsa
b. pork tenderloin
c. frozen broccoli
d. chicken nuggets
e. eggs
ANSWER: d
34. Roommates Ansel and Skylar decide to use the smart shopping tips they learned in their college nutrition
course. What practice should they avoid while shopping?
a. shopping without a list
b. buying fresh foods that are in season and local
c. reading the ingredients to compare similar products
d. choosing foods from the store’s sales circular
e. shopping the perimeter of the grocery store
ANSWER: a
35. If you weigh 135 pounds and are at a desirable weight, how much of that weight is water?
a. 67.5 pounds
b. 81 pounds
c. 95 pounds
d. 108 pounds
e. 121.5 pounds
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ANSWER: d
36. What term refers to nutrients that the body must obtain from food?
a. building-block nutrients
b. indispensable nutrients
c. essential nutrients
d. basic nutrients
e. macronutrients
ANSWER: c
37. Which nutrients provide four calories per gram?
a. carbohydrate and fat
b. fat and protein
c. carbohydrate and protein
d. alcohol and protein
e. carbohydrate and alcohol
ANSWER: c
38. Which nutrient is present in every cell and required to build living tissue?
a. proteins
b. fats
c. carbohydrates
d. minerals
e. vitamins
ANSWER: a
39. Which nutrients regulate the release of energy and other aspects of metabolism rather than supplying
energy?
a. water and proteins
b. fats and minerals
c. amino acids and vitamins
d. vitamins and minerals
e. antioxidants and fats
ANSWER: d
40. One serving of naan bread contains 45 grams of carbohydrates, 5 grams of fat, and 9 grams of protein. How
many total calories are in a single serving?
a. 236 calories
b. 257 calories
c. 261 calories
d. 416 calories
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e. 481 calories
ANSWER: c
41. Which substance provides seven calories per gram?
a. protein
b. fat
c. carbohydrate
d. fiber
e. alcohol
ANSWER: e
42. What is a function of water in the body?
a. It regulates the release of energy.
b. It transports hormonal messages from place to place.
c. It provides a small amount of energy needed by the nervous system.
d. It plays a vital role in heart rate.
e. It controls muscle contractions.
ANSWER: b
43. Which disease is least likely to be influenced by diet?
a. hypertension
b. hemophilia
c. arthritis
d. cancer
e. osteoporosis
ANSWER: b
44. Who has the greatest impact on a person’s food choices?
a. dieticians
b. family
c. nutritionists
d. cultural groups
e. coworkers
ANSWER: b
45. Which nutrient provides the most energy per gram?
a. carbohydrate
b. water
c. fat
d. protein
e. alcohol
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Notes
1- The file is chapter after chapter.
2- We have shown you 10 or five pages.
3- The file contains all Appendix and Excel
sheet if it exists.
4- We have all what you need, we make
update at every time. There are many new
editions waiting you.
5- If you think you purchased the wrong file
You can contact us at every time, we can
replace it with true one.
Our email:
,Name: Class: Date:
Chapter 01: The Basics of Understanding Nutrition
1. The social and cultural groups to which a person belongs have little effect on food choices.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
2. Overnutrition is a form of malnutrition that can contribute to leading causes of U.S. deaths such as coronary
heart disease.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
3. A nutrition claim that appears in a newspaper is usually a confirmed, and therefore reliable, finding.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
4. Meals eaten at fast food restaurants commonly contain similar amounts of calories, fiber, and saturated fat to
meals prepared at home.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
5. When people are served larger portions, they tend to self-regulate and eat smaller portions than what they are
served.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
6. Body fat is the primary way the body stores energy.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
7. The body uses proteins, carbohydrates, and fats to create the energy it needs for its various activities.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
8. The Okinawans have a lower prevalence of chronic diseases than most other cultures in the world.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
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9. The amount spent by the food industry advertising food, beverage, and fast food is nearly equal to the amount
spent by the government in promoting its campaign to encourage people of all ages to increase their
consumption of fruits and vegetables.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
10. Diet is the sole culprit in causing chronic diseases, such as diabetes and heart disease.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
11. The risk of lifestyle-related chronic diseases is purely hereditary.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
12. An extremely low income can put a person at risk for undernutrition.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
13. An individual who shops for fresh green beans and blueberries in season, whole-grain rice and beans, low-
fat cheeses, and extra lean ground beef can eat nutritious food at home while being budget-conscious.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
14. As a consequence of an abundant food supply, Americans experience some of the lowest rates of
degenerative diseases in the world.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
15. A variety of berries, including strawberries and kiwifruit, contain antioxidants that promote good health.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
16. Health promotions like Healthy People 2030 can positively influence a person’s lifestyle behaviors so they
can experience a better quality of life over a longer period of time.
a. True
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b. False
ANSWER: True
17. Individuals who regularly eat nutritious meals and have an active lifestyle can expect to maintain their good
health several years longer than individuals who practice only a few or no healthy habits.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
18. A popular, recently launched website about disease prevention includes a comprehensive list of health
statistics from 2009 to support the effectiveness of its natural health products. It also provides balanced
arguments about the effectiveness of natural health products. The website is authored by a nutritionist and
includes a money-back guarantee on its products. Can the information on this website be considered credible?
a. Yes, because the health data is provided in its entirety.
b. Yes, because the author of the website is a nutritionist.
c. No, because the different points of view create ambiguity.
d. No, because the reported statistics are outdated.
e. Yes, because the sale of natural health products is regulated.
ANSWER: d
19. In a remote northern area, the majority of residents drive 35 miles to a grocery store so they can pick up
fresh fruit, vegetables, and meats. What is the name for the area where the residents live?
a. food distancing
b. food oasis
c. food caravan
d. food desert
e. food culture
ANSWER: d
20. What food item would be a healthy basic selection at the grocery store?
a. white bread
b. battered fish
c. dry roasted nuts
d. white rice
e. peaches canned in heavy syrup
ANSWER: c
21. Which substances are included in the six classes of nutrients?
a. water, alcohol, and fats
b. alcohol, proteins, and carbohydrates
c. antioxidants, sugar, and vitamins
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d. water, carbohydrates, and fats
e. alcohol, minerals, and vitamins
ANSWER: d
22. What is a leading cause of death in the United States that could be linked to diet?
a. lung disease
b. cancer
c. kidney disease
d. infections of the blood
e. Parkinson’s disease
ANSWER: b
23. Which nutrient provides the ideal source of energy for the brain and nervous system?
a. water
b. lipids
c. vitamins
d. proteins
e. carbohydrates
ANSWER: e
24. You are looking for a legitimate, qualified dietitian to advise you on a healthy eating plan for your family.
Which characteristic might alert you to do further research?
a. an undergraduate degree in food and nutrition or a related science
b. completion of an approved dietetic internship or its equivalent
c. use of the title nutritionist without any mention of credentials next to an individual’s name
d. successful completion of a national examination and maintenance of continuing education
e. a degree earned at an institution accredited by the Council on Education
ANSWER: c
25. Who would be the most appropriate person to consult for nutrition information?
a. a health teacher
b. a chiropractor
c. a registered dietitian
d. a medical doctor
e. a health food store manager
ANSWER: c
26. A single-serve cup of Greek yogurt has 2 grams fat, 3 grams carbohydrates, and 12 grams protein. How
many calories each are from fat, carbohydrates, and protein?
a. 18; 12; 48
b. 12; 18; 48
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c. 48; 18; 12
d. 12; 48; 18
e. 48; 12; 18
ANSWER: a
27. Which term is included in the acronym CARS, and is applied in determining the quality of information
found on the internet?
a. adequacy
b. credibility
c. reliability
d. sense
e. rational
ANSWER: b
28. Which activity demonstrates making a food choice based on sustainability issues in relation to food
consumption?
a. purchasing fresh strawberries when they are out of season
b. buying bananas that are grown in another country
c. shopping for groceries when you are not hungry
d. purchasing corn from the farmer in your neighborhood
e. buying only items that are highly nutritious
ANSWER: d
29. Imagine that you are reading a magazine article about a new product that claims to benefit health. Which
characteristic suggests that these claims might be valid?
a. The product is described as a “secret formula.”
b. The article provides unsubstantiated evidence that the product works.
c. The peer-reviewed scientific research is cited.
d. The product is available only through a commercial.
e. The article includes testimonials from satisfied customers.
ANSWER: c
30. Some experts believe that a relationship between energy-dense diets and the money spent per unit for that
energy by socioeconomically disadvantaged groups contributes to which chronic condition?
a. overnutrition
b. low bone mineral density
c. iron deficiency
d. obesity
e. colon cancer
ANSWER: d
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31. Which strategy would most likely support healthy eating when dining out?
a. Order grilled rather than fried foods.
b. Use mayonnaise in place of mustard.
c. Order a large burger to obtain adequate protein.
d. Order whole milk rather than a diet soda.
e. Buy the largest meal with the best deal and skip the next meal.
ANSWER: a
32. Globally, what is one of the core nutrition-related objectives that WHO is targeting in order to reduce
premature death?
a. reduce cancer
b. improve food safety
c. reduce homicide
d. reduce liver disease
e. improve public education
ANSWER: b
33. Maji decides to go shopping and wants to purchase foods with less fat and fewer calories and save money at
the same time. Which food item is least likely to help Maji meet these objectives?
a. salsa
b. pork tenderloin
c. frozen broccoli
d. chicken nuggets
e. eggs
ANSWER: d
34. Roommates Ansel and Skylar decide to use the smart shopping tips they learned in their college nutrition
course. What practice should they avoid while shopping?
a. shopping without a list
b. buying fresh foods that are in season and local
c. reading the ingredients to compare similar products
d. choosing foods from the store’s sales circular
e. shopping the perimeter of the grocery store
ANSWER: a
35. If you weigh 135 pounds and are at a desirable weight, how much of that weight is water?
a. 67.5 pounds
b. 81 pounds
c. 95 pounds
d. 108 pounds
e. 121.5 pounds
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ANSWER: d
36. What term refers to nutrients that the body must obtain from food?
a. building-block nutrients
b. indispensable nutrients
c. essential nutrients
d. basic nutrients
e. macronutrients
ANSWER: c
37. Which nutrients provide four calories per gram?
a. carbohydrate and fat
b. fat and protein
c. carbohydrate and protein
d. alcohol and protein
e. carbohydrate and alcohol
ANSWER: c
38. Which nutrient is present in every cell and required to build living tissue?
a. proteins
b. fats
c. carbohydrates
d. minerals
e. vitamins
ANSWER: a
39. Which nutrients regulate the release of energy and other aspects of metabolism rather than supplying
energy?
a. water and proteins
b. fats and minerals
c. amino acids and vitamins
d. vitamins and minerals
e. antioxidants and fats
ANSWER: d
40. One serving of naan bread contains 45 grams of carbohydrates, 5 grams of fat, and 9 grams of protein. How
many total calories are in a single serving?
a. 236 calories
b. 257 calories
c. 261 calories
d. 416 calories
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e. 481 calories
ANSWER: c
41. Which substance provides seven calories per gram?
a. protein
b. fat
c. carbohydrate
d. fiber
e. alcohol
ANSWER: e
42. What is a function of water in the body?
a. It regulates the release of energy.
b. It transports hormonal messages from place to place.
c. It provides a small amount of energy needed by the nervous system.
d. It plays a vital role in heart rate.
e. It controls muscle contractions.
ANSWER: b
43. Which disease is least likely to be influenced by diet?
a. hypertension
b. hemophilia
c. arthritis
d. cancer
e. osteoporosis
ANSWER: b
44. Who has the greatest impact on a person’s food choices?
a. dieticians
b. family
c. nutritionists
d. cultural groups
e. coworkers
ANSWER: b
45. Which nutrient provides the most energy per gram?
a. carbohydrate
b. water
c. fat
d. protein
e. alcohol
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