Question 1

Which of the following reflects the correct sequence of stages in the development of a nutrient deficiency?

Accepted Answer

A)   Declining nutrient stores, abnormal functions within the body, and overt signs 
B)   Abnormal functions within the body, declining nutrient stores, and overt signs 
C)   Abnormal functions within the body, overt signs, and declining nutrient stores 
D)   Declining nutrient stores, overt signs, and abnormal functions within the body 
E)   Overt signs, abnormal functions, and declining nutrient storesF) B) and D)
G) A) and B)

Question 2

An apple is composed primarily of ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   fats 
B)   water 
C)   proteins 
D)   carbohydrates 
E)   vitamins and mineralsF) D) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 3

Which of the following does not represent one of the six classes of nutrients?

Accepted Answer

A)   water 
B)   lipids 
C)   phytochemicals 
D)   carbohydrates 
E)   proteinF) A) and B)
G) C) and D)

Question 4

Your research findings suggest "the less vitamin C,the fewer colds." What do your findings suggest?

Accepted Answer

A)   No correlation 
B)   A positive correlation 
C)   A negative correlation 
D)   A placebo effect 
E)   ValidityF) A) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 5

Explain how the four assessment methods are used to detect energy and nutrient deficiencies and excesses.

Accepted Answer

To prepare a nutrition assessment,a regi...

Question 6

To be accepted into the body of nutrition knowledge,research findings must stand up to rigorous,repeated testing in experiments conducted by other researchers.This is called ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   validity 
B)   correlation 
C)   replication 
D)   randomization 
E)   anecdotal evidenceF) C) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 7

Which part of a research article defines key terms,study design,subjects,and procedures?

Accepted Answer

A)   References 
B)   Introduction 
C)   Abstract 
D)   Methodology 
E)   ResultsF) A) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 8

Match the correct answer with the appropriate term.
-An energy-yielding nutrient

Accepted Answer

A)  1
B)  16
C)  40
D)  Vitamins
E)  PhytochemicalsF) FatG) WaterH) HypothesisI) EnergyJ) CalorieK) PlaceboL) AlcoholM) RandomizationN) AnecdoteO) Healthy PeopleP) Diet historyQ) Drug historyR) OvernutritionS) Laboratory testingT) Subclinical deficiencyU) J) and N)
V) O) and S)

Question 9

Match the correct answer with the appropriate term.
-An organic micronutrient

Accepted Answer

A)  1
B)  16
C)  40
D)  Vitamins
E)  PhytochemicalsF) FatG) WaterH) HypothesisI) EnergyJ) CalorieK) PlaceboL) AlcoholM) RandomizationN) AnecdoteO) Healthy PeopleP) Diet historyQ) Drug historyR) OvernutritionS) Laboratory testingT) Subclinical deficiencyU) C) and F)
V) J) and L)

Question 10

Match the correct answer with the appropriate term.
-A tentative solution to a scientific problem

Accepted Answer

A)  1
B)  16
C)  40
D)  Vitamins
E)  PhytochemicalsF) FatG) WaterH) HypothesisI) EnergyJ) CalorieK) PlaceboL) AlcoholM) RandomizationN) AnecdoteO) Healthy PeopleP) Diet historyQ) Drug historyR) OvernutritionS) Laboratory testingT) Subclinical deficiencyU) L) and M)
V) G) and L)

Question 11

Why are vitamins and minerals sometimes called micronutrients?

Accepted Answer

A)   The body requires only small amounts of them daily. 
B)   They provide only small amounts of energy for the human body. 
C)   They do not contain carbon. 
D)   They are fat-soluble. 
E)   They must be obtained from food sources.F) A) and B)
G) C) and D)

Question 12

Which of the following statements about essential nutrients is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)   They must be obtained from food. 
B)   They are also called indispensable nutrients. 
C)   They cannot be made in sufficient quantities by the body. 
D)   They meet the body's physiological needs. 
E)   There are about 100 nutrients essential for the human body.F) None of the above
G) B) and D)

Question 13

Match the correct answer with the appropriate term.
-Number of nutrients known to be essential to humans

Accepted Answer

A)  1
B)  16
C)  40
D)  Vitamins
E)  PhytochemicalsF) FatG) WaterH) HypothesisI) EnergyJ) CalorieK) PlaceboL) AlcoholM) RandomizationN) AnecdoteO) Healthy PeopleP) Diet historyQ) Drug historyR) OvernutritionS) Laboratory testingT) Subclinical deficiencyU) K) and T)
V) N) and T)

Question 14

The scientific method always begins with ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   a problem or a question 
B)   an experiment 
C)   a theory 
D)   a prediction 
E)   interpretationsF) A) and E)
G) All of the above

Question 15

Which of the following statements about nutrient recommendations worldwide is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)   Fewer than 20 nations have nutrient standards similar to those in the U.S. 
B)   Standards in other countries may reflect differences in data interpretation. 
C)   Food habits and physical activities of people in other countries affect their published nutrient standards. 
D)   Some countries use recommendations developed by the Food and Agriculture Organization and the World Health Organization. 
E)   Nutrient recommendations from international groups are sufficient to maintain health in healthy people worldwide.F) B) and E)
G) A) and E)

Question 16

A condition associated with an elevated frequency of disease but not proved to be causal is called a ____________________ .

Accepted Answer

The answer of A condition associated with an elevated frequency...

Question 17

What is a weakness of an epidemiological study?

Accepted Answer

A)   Findings on some human beings cannot be generalized to all human beings. 
B)   Results from animal studies cannot be applied to human beings. 
C)   Cause and effect cannot be proven. 
D)   Code of ethics prevent certain treatments. 
E)   The list of possible causes of disease is difficult to narrow down.F) C) and D)
G) B) and E)

Question 18

Treyvon eats strawberries more than any other food.Based on what you've learned about influences on food choices,what would be the most likely reason Treyvon eats strawberries?

Accepted Answer

A)   Strawberries are cheap. 
B)   He likes how strawberries taste. 
C)   Strawberries are a convenient snack. 
D)   Strawberries are nutritious. 
E)   Eating strawberries is a habit.F) B) and D)
G) D) and E)

Question 19

There are ________ vitamins and each has its own special dietary role to play.

Accepted Answer

A)   eight 
B)   13 
C)   16 
D)   23 
E)   26F) B) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 20

Which of the following defines a subclinical deficiency?

Accepted Answer

A)   A nutrient deficiency caused by inadequate dietary intake of a nutrient 
B)   A nutrient deficiency caused by something like a disease condition or drug reaction that reduces absorption, accelerates use, hastens excretion, or destroys the nutrient 
C)   A deficiency in the early stages, before the outward signs have appeared 
D)   A deficiency that exhibits conflicting outward signs, requiring laboratory diagnosis 
E)   An iron deficiencyF) All of the above
G) A) and B)

Exam 1: An Overview of Nutrition

Which of the following defines a subclinical deficiency?

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The scientific method always begins with ________.

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Why are vitamins and minerals sometimes called micronutrients?

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Explain how the four assessment methods are used to detect energy and nutrient deficiencies and excesses.

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To be accepted into the body of nutrition knowledge,research findings must stand up to rigorous,repeated testing in experiments conducted by other researchers.This is called ________.

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Which of the following statements about essential nutrients is FALSE?

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Which part of a research article defines key terms,study design,subjects,and procedures?

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A condition associated with an elevated frequency of disease but not proved to be causal is called a ____________________ .

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An apple is composed primarily of ________.

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Match the correct answer with the appropriate term. -A tentative solution to a scientific problem

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Which of the following statements about nutrient recommendations worldwide is FALSE?

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Your research findings suggest "the less vitamin C,the fewer colds." What do your findings suggest?

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Which of the following reflects the correct sequence of stages in the development of a nutrient deficiency?

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Match the correct answer with the appropriate term. -Number of nutrients known to be essential to humans

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There are ________ vitamins and each has its own special dietary role to play.

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What is a weakness of an epidemiological study?

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Match the correct answer with the appropriate term. -An energy-yielding nutrient

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Which of the following does not represent one of the six classes of nutrients?

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Match the correct answer with the appropriate term. -An organic micronutrient

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Treyvon eats strawberries more than any other food.Based on what you've learned about influences on food choices,what would be the most likely reason Treyvon eats strawberries?

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