Question 1

The consumption of sterols from plant sources raises blood low-density lipoprotein (LDL)cholesterol and increases the risk for cardiovascular disease.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

The primary form in which dietary cholesterol occurs is as:

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A)  free cholesterol.
B)  phospholipid.
C)  cholesterol ester.
D)  omega-6 fatty acid.

Question 3

Trans fatty acids raise low-density lipoprotein (LDL)cholesterol levels more than saturated fatty acids do.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The COOH end of a fatty acid is called the methyl end.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

How does fat consumption relate to vitamin A,D,E,and K intake?

Accepted Answer

A)  These vitamins are normally highly unstable molecules and are stabilized by fatty acids.
B)  These vitamins require fats for their absorption and transport.
C)  Fats provide the energy required to move these large molecules across the intestinal wall.
D)  These vitamins are found only in the saturated fat found in animal sources.

Question 6

As part of the absorption process,most digested lipids are transported to the mucosal lining of the small intestine in spherical compounds called:

Accepted Answer

A)  micelles.
B)  peptides.
C)  monoglycerides.
D)  glycerols.

Question 7

Describe,and compare and contrast,the different lipoproteins used for lipid transport in the blood.

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Question 8

Yesterday Shannon consumed 250 grams of carbohydrate,75 grams of protein,and 60 grams of fat.What percentage of Calories of her day's intake came from fat?

Accepted Answer

A)  13%
B)  15%
C)  29%
D)  35%

Question 9

Low-fat,high-carbohydrate diets can increase the risk for heart disease.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

High-density lipoproteins (HDLs) are so named because of their high proportion of:

Accepted Answer

A)  cholesterol.
B)  carbohydrates.
C)  liquid.
D)  protein.

Question 11

How many Calories are potentially provided by 25 grams of fat?

Accepted Answer

A)  23 kilocalories
B)  100 kilocalories
C)  225 kilocalories
D)  2,250 kilocalories

Question 12

Which type(s) of phospholipids act as an emulsifier?

Accepted Answer

A)  lecithins
B)  omega-3 fatty acids
C)  short chain fatty acids
D)  triglycerides

Question 13

Americans consume adequate omega-3 fatty acids but are deficient in omega-6 fatty acids.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The vast majority of fat digestion and absorption occurs in the:

Accepted Answer

A)  stomach.
B)  liver.
C)  small intestine.
D)  large intestine.

Question 15

Which of the following is the BEST source of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) ?

Accepted Answer

A)  flaxseeds
B)  avocado
C)  spinach
D)  fish oil

Question 16

What effect does the consumption of trans fatty acids have on a person's health?

Accepted Answer

A)  provides essential fatty acids that reduce inflammation
B)  boosts immune function
C)  increases risk for cardiovascular disease
D)  reduces risk for cardiovascular disease

Question 17

Which of the following foods is the richest source of omega-3 fatty acids?

Accepted Answer

A)  broccoli
B)  sirloin steak
C)  tofu
D)  salmon

Question 18

Which of the following ingredients would alert you to the presence of trans fatty acids in a food product?

Accepted Answer

A)  hydrogenated vegetable oil
B)  lecithin
C)  liquid corn oil
D)  vitamin E

Question 19

Triglycerides can be classified by which of the following characteristics?

Accepted Answer

A)  the length of the glycerol backbone
B)  the shape of the glycerol backbone
C)  whether or not it is soluble in water
D)  the shape,length,and saturation of the fatty acids

Question 20

Lipoproteins are identified based on their proportion of less-dense lipid to very-dense protein.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 6: Lipids: Essential Energy-Supplying Nutrients

Low-fat,high-carbohydrate diets can increase the risk for heart disease.

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Trans fatty acids raise low-density lipoprotein (LDL)cholesterol levels more than saturated fatty acids do.

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As part of the absorption process,most digested lipids are transported to the mucosal lining of the small intestine in spherical compounds called:

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Which of the following foods is the richest source of omega-3 fatty acids?

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Triglycerides can be classified by which of the following characteristics?

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The consumption of sterols from plant sources raises blood low-density lipoprotein (LDL)cholesterol and increases the risk for cardiovascular disease.

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The COOH end of a fatty acid is called the methyl end.

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High-density lipoproteins (HDLs) are so named because of their high proportion of:

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Lipoproteins are identified based on their proportion of less-dense lipid to very-dense protein.

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How many Calories are potentially provided by 25 grams of fat?

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How does fat consumption relate to vitamin A,D,E,and K intake?

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The vast majority of fat digestion and absorption occurs in the:

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Which of the following ingredients would alert you to the presence of trans fatty acids in a food product?

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Yesterday Shannon consumed 250 grams of carbohydrate,75 grams of protein,and 60 grams of fat.What percentage of Calories of her day's intake came from fat?

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Describe,and compare and contrast,the different lipoproteins used for lipid transport in the blood.

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Which type(s) of phospholipids act as an emulsifier?

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The primary form in which dietary cholesterol occurs is as:

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Americans consume adequate omega-3 fatty acids but are deficient in omega-6 fatty acids.

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What effect does the consumption of trans fatty acids have on a person's health?

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Which of the following is the BEST source of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) ?

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