Question 1

Training and exercise are beneficial because they ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  reduce the blood volume and total number of red blood cells so there is less body weight
B)  increase the number of mitochondria in muscle cells
C)  reduce the number of capillaries in muscle tissue
D)  reduce the number of mitochondria in muscle cells

Question 2

In high-intensity exercise, such as championship basketball, the predominant fuel for exercise is ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  fat
B)  protein
C)  carbohydrates
D)  vitamins

Question 3

Prolonged, low intensity exercise uses mainly ______ muscle fibers.

Accepted Answer

A)  white
B)  Type IIX
C)  Type IIA
D)  Type I

Question 4

The benefits of participating in different types of exercise are ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  strengthening a variety of muscle groups
B)  reducing the chances of injury
C)  promoting activities that are more interesting and thus more likely to be continued
D)  All of these responses are correct

Question 5

The only fuel that can be used in anaerobic glycolysis is ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  fatty acids
B)  amino acids
C)  alcohol
D)  glucose

Question 6

Which of the foods below constitutes the best choice when attempting carbohydrate loading before endurance events?

Accepted Answer

A)  orange juice
B)  French fries
C)  spaghetti
D)  sausage

Question 7

One advantage of sports drinks is taste.In addition, they ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  are quick replacements for carbohydrates
B)  increase fluid consumption
C)  replace important minerals such as sodium, potassium, and chloride
D)  All of these choices are correct

Question 8

Carbohydrate loading is for strength-trained athletes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

When exercise duration approaches several hours per day, carbohydrate needs for athletes increase up to ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  3 grams carbohydrate per kg body weight
B)  5 grams carbohydrate per kg body weight
C)  7 grams carbohydrate per kg body weight
D)  10 grams carbohydrate per kg body weight

Question 10

"Hitting the wall" means ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  someone is training for a marathon
B)  someone has run out of available carbohydrates for energy
C)  someone is so tired that he must stop to and rest for 10 to 15 minutes before continuing the sport
D)  None of these responses are correct

Question 11

Thirst is an excellent indicator of fluid needs during exercise.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

The dietary regimen to increase muscle glycogen stores is called ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  carbohydrate synthesis
B)  glycogen synthesis
C)  carbohydrate loading
D)  energy loading

Question 13

Glycogen is the primary source of glucose for ATP production in muscles during intense activity that lasts for less than 2 minutes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Phosphocreatine (PCr)  is an energy-rich compound found in ______ tissue.

Accepted Answer

A)  adipose
B)  liver
C)  kidney
D)  muscle

Question 15

An example of a food to avoid in a pre-game meal is ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  hot dogs
B)  spaghetti
C)  low-fat milk
D)  All of these food should be avoided

Question 16

Describe how the intensity of exercise effects glycogen utilization.

Accepted Answer

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Question 17

Athletes, particularly female and young athletes, need to increase their intake of ________ to increase red blood cell production.

Accepted Answer

A)  vitamin C
B)  vitamin A
C)  calcium
D)  iron

Question 18

Exercise should be fun.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

When glucose is broken down in an atmosphere where oxygen supply is limited, a 3-carbon compound known as ________ accumulates in the muscle.

Accepted Answer

A)  phosphocreatine
B)  lactate
C)  glycogen
D)  protein

Question 20

Fluids should be consumed _________ an athletic event.

Accepted Answer

A)  before
B)  during
C)  after
D)  All of these choices are correct

Exam 11: Nutrition, Exercise, and Sports

Prolonged, low intensity exercise uses mainly ______ muscle fibers.

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The only fuel that can be used in anaerobic glycolysis is ________.

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Carbohydrate loading is for strength-trained athletes.

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An example of a food to avoid in a pre-game meal is ________.

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Exercise should be fun.

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Phosphocreatine (PCr) is an energy-rich compound found in ______ tissue.

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Training and exercise are beneficial because they ________.

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Which of the foods below constitutes the best choice when attempting carbohydrate loading before endurance events?

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When exercise duration approaches several hours per day, carbohydrate needs for athletes increase up to ________.

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In high-intensity exercise, such as championship basketball, the predominant fuel for exercise is ________.

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Describe how the intensity of exercise effects glycogen utilization.

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One advantage of sports drinks is taste.In addition, they ________.

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Athletes, particularly female and young athletes, need to increase their intake of ________ to increase red blood cell production.

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Glycogen is the primary source of glucose for ATP production in muscles during intense activity that lasts for less than 2 minutes.

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The benefits of participating in different types of exercise are ________.

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Thirst is an excellent indicator of fluid needs during exercise.

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"Hitting the wall" means ________.

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