Question 1

The breakdown of dietary carbohydrates releases _____kcal/g of energy.

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A)  9
B)  4
C)  7
D)  2

Question 2

The organ(s) which supplies enzymes required for starch digestion include(s) the:

Accepted Answer

A)  stomach.
B)  gallbladder.
C)  pancreas.
D)  All of these choices are correct.

Question 3

Aspartame:

Accepted Answer

A)  is an artificial sweetener.
B)  consists of two amino acids linked together.
C)  is often found in soft drinks.
D)  All of these choices are correct.

Question 4

Fructose is found mostly in:

Accepted Answer

A)  dairy products.
B)  grains and cereals.
C)  meat.
D)  fruits and vegetables.

Question 5

In which individual would you expect the highest muscle glycogen content?

Accepted Answer

A)  A person on a high protein weight loss diet
B)  A person who eats a balanced diet of protein,carbohydrate and fat
C)  A sedentary person
D)  A trained athlete consuming 65-70% of kcals as carbohydrate

Question 6

What would be the most efficient treatment for a diabetic experiencing low blood sugar levels?

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Question 7

Carbohydrate loading,a training technique used by some endurance athletes,can help to increase _____________ stores.

Accepted Answer

A)  glycogen
B)  amylose
C)  sucrose
D)  lactase A

Question 8

Aerobic metabolism occurs in:

Accepted Answer

A)  the cytoplasm of a cell.
B)  the mitochondria of a cell.
C)  the nucleus of a cell.
D)  None of these choices is correct.

Question 9

The daily value for dietary fiber is 25 grams in a 2000 kilocalorie diet.A slice of whole-wheat bread is 8% of the daily value.The slice of whole-wheat bread contains how much fiber?

Accepted Answer

A)  2 grams
B)  4 grams
C)  8 grams
D)  16 grams

Question 10

The most important determinant for developing lactose intolerance is:

Accepted Answer

A)  ethnic background.
B)  gender.
C)  geographic location where a person lives.
D)  whether one is lean or obese.

Question 11

Which of the following conditions is likely to increase ketone production?

Accepted Answer

A)  Untreated diabetes
B)  Starvation
C)  A very low carbohydrate diet
D)  All of these choices are correct. D

Question 12

Which hormone is most important for glucose uptake by body cells?

Accepted Answer

A)  Glucagon
B)  Insulin
C)  Prolactin
D)  Ghrelin

Question 13

___________ can be a concern for individuals with phenylketonuria.

Accepted Answer

A)  Aspartame
B)  Saccharin
C)  Acesulfame K
D)  Neotame

Question 14

Describe in detail the metabolic breakdown of glucose to produce ATP.

Accepted Answer

The first step,glycolysis,is anaerobic a...

Question 15

What are the symptoms associated with lactose intolerance? Explain why these symptoms occur.

Accepted Answer

Abdominal distension,flatulence,cramping and diarrhea are the symptoms associated with lactose intolerance.This occurs because there is insufficient lactase to digest the disaccharide,lactose.The undigested lactose is metabolized by bacteria in the gut producing acid and gas,and it draws water into the gut.

Question 16

Dietary fiber is categorized by:

Accepted Answer

A)  its solubility in water.
B)  its molecular weight.
C)  the ratio of carbon to hydrogen molecules.
D)  the number of branch points.

Question 17

Carbohydrates provide 60% of the energy in John's diet of 2700 kilocalories.This represents how many grams of carbohydrate?

Accepted Answer

A)  100
B)  225
C)  300
D)  405

Question 18

Of the following foods,___________ is the best dietary source of resistant starch.

Accepted Answer

A)  apples
B)  chilled,cooked potatoes
C)  whole grain bread
D)  oatmeal

Question 19

Which food would NOT be recommended as a source of calcium to someone who is lactose intolerant?

Accepted Answer

A)  Soy milk
B)  Tofu
C)  Fortified orange juice
D)  Ice cream

Question 20

Studies suggest that the incidence of colon cancer may be lowered with high fiber diets.How might this be explained?

Accepted Answer

A)  Fiber decreases contact between mucosal cells and colonic contents.
B)  Fiber decreases transit time.
C)  Fiber containing foods are usually high in phytochemicals and antioxidant vitamins.
D)  All of these statements are true.

Exam 4: Carbohydrates: Sugars, Starches, and Fibre

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The organ(s) which supplies enzymes required for starch digestion include(s) the:

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Aspartame:

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Fructose is found mostly in:

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In which individual would you expect the highest muscle glycogen content?

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What would be the most efficient treatment for a diabetic experiencing low blood sugar levels?

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Carbohydrate loading,a training technique used by some endurance athletes,can help to increase _____________ stores.

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The daily value for dietary fiber is 25 grams in a 2000 kilocalorie diet.A slice of whole-wheat bread is 8% of the daily value.The slice of whole-wheat bread contains how much fiber?

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The most important determinant for developing lactose intolerance is:

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Which of the following conditions is likely to increase ketone production?

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___________ can be a concern for individuals with phenylketonuria.

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Describe in detail the metabolic breakdown of glucose to produce ATP.

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What are the symptoms associated with lactose intolerance? Explain why these symptoms occur.

Dietary fiber is categorized by:

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Carbohydrates provide 60% of the energy in John's diet of 2700 kilocalories.This represents how many grams of carbohydrate?

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Of the following foods,___________ is the best dietary source of resistant starch.

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Which food would NOT be recommended as a source of calcium to someone who is lactose intolerant?

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Studies suggest that the incidence of colon cancer may be lowered with high fiber diets.How might this be explained?

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The organ(s) which supplies enzymes required for starch digestion include(s) the:

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Aspartame:

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Fructose is found mostly in:

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In which individual would you expect the highest muscle glycogen content?

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What would be the most efficient treatment for a diabetic experiencing low blood sugar levels?

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Carbohydrate loading,a training technique used by some endurance athletes,can help to increase _____________ stores.

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The daily value for dietary fiber is 25 grams in a 2000 kilocalorie diet.A slice of whole-wheat bread is 8% of the daily value.The slice of whole-wheat bread contains how much fiber?

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The most important determinant for developing lactose intolerance is:

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Which of the following conditions is likely to increase ketone production?

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Which hormone is most important for glucose uptake by body cells?

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___________ can be a concern for individuals with phenylketonuria.

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Describe in detail the metabolic breakdown of glucose to produce ATP.

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What are the symptoms associated with lactose intolerance? Explain why these symptoms occur.

Dietary fiber is categorized by:

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Carbohydrates provide 60% of the energy in John's diet of 2700 kilocalories.This represents how many grams of carbohydrate?

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Of the following foods,___________ is the best dietary source of resistant starch.

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Which food would NOT be recommended as a source of calcium to someone who is lactose intolerant?

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Studies suggest that the incidence of colon cancer may be lowered with high fiber diets.How might this be explained?

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