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SCI 220 Week 1 WileyPLUS Weekly Exam
In this graded assignment, you are assessed on the content covered in this weeks’ readings, activities, and assignments. To help you prepare, it is recommended that you first complete this week’s Learning Path and Self-Test Learning Activities prior to completing this exam.
Click on the Assignments link in WileyPLUS to access the Week 1 Exam.
Complete the Week 1 Exam covering this week’s assigned readings listed below:
- Ch. 1: Nutrition: Everyday Choices
- Ch. 2: Guidelines for a Healthy Diet
- Ch. 3: Digestion: From Meals to Molecules
Note. Work submitted in WileyPLUS does not count toward attendance. Be sure to post at least two times each week in the online classrom to avoid being auto-dropped from the course.
Question 1
Which of the following statements illustrates the concept of variety?
If you can eat some extra fries, take a long walk in the afternoon. |
Reduce your portions by using smaller bowls. |
Skip the seconds or split your restaurant meal with a friend. |
Try a new vegetable every week. |
Question 4
Some nutrient deficiencies occur quickly, whereas others take more time to develop. Which of the following nutrient deficiencies are listed in the order reflecting most quickly to least quickly?
Dehydration, osteoporosis, scurvy |
Scurvy, dehydration, osteoporosis |
Osteoporosis, dehydration, scurvy |
Dehydration, scurvy, osteoporosis |
Question 9
On the food label, a %DV is NOT required for:
monounsaturated fats. |
saturated fats. |
total fat. |
trans fat. |
Question 11
For most nutrients, exceeding the Tolerable Upper Intake Levels (UL) through food consumption is difficult.
True |
False |
Question 12
MyPlate was designed to put the recommendations of the Dietary Guidelines into practice.
True |
False |
Question 13
Dietary supplements are required to carry a Supplement Facts panel similar to the Nutrition Facts panel on food labels.
True |
False |
Question 15
Which of the following groups of individuals is(are) recommended to consume less than 1500 mg of sodium daily?
Adults 51 and older |
African Americans |
Those with diabetes and/or hypertension |
All of these individuals are advised to consume less than 1500 mg/daily. |
Question 16
Based on the ingredients listing for drinks A and B, which would be the healthier choice?
Drink A |
Drink B |
Drinks A and B are comparable (neither is healthier) |
Question 17
All of the following are nutrient-dense protein sources EXCEPT:
almonds. |
bananas. |
black beans. |
sunflower seeds. |
Question 18
The mucosa has high nutrient requirements and will show signs of nutrient deficiency early.
True |
False |
Question 19
A _____ meal stays in the stomach the longest.
high-carbohydrate |
high-fat |
high-protein |
low-fat |
Question 20
Which of the following is NOT an end result of chemical digestion?
Amino acids |
Fatty acids |
Glucose |
Protein |
Question 22
The regulation of stomach motility and secretion
does not vary based on the composition of the meal. |
is affected by the food that has not yet reached the stomach. |
is controlled in part by the hormone pepsin. |
is not affected by the material that has exited the stomach. |
Question 23
____ neutralizes the acidic chyme as it enters the small intestine.
Bile |
Bicarbonate |
Gastrin |
Pepsin |
Test Bank, Question 6
Which of the following statements regarding phytochemicals is true?
They are essential for life. |
They are always harmful to our health. |
They are found in plant foods. |
They contribute to the calories that we eat in our diet. |
Test Bank, Question 39
Dietary supplements provide nutrients and all the other benefits of food.
True |
False |
Test Bank, Question 63
Healthy eating requires you to give up your favorite low nutrient-dense foods.
True |
False |
Test Bank, Question 52
Over time, consuming excess or insufficient amounts of one or more nutrients will result in malnutrition.
True |
False |
Test Bank, Question 58
Nutrigenomics explores the interaction between genetic variation and nutrition.
True |
False |
Test Bank, Question 21
Ethan achieves his recommended intake of vegetables by eating a large baked potato every day. Which principle is he not achieving?
balance |
moderation |
nutrient density |
variety |
Test Bank, Question 24
Which is NOT an example of moderation in your diet and lifestyle?
Going back for seconds on all dinner items, rather than just the item you like best |
Eating dessert occasionally |
Balancing an extra dessert with extra exercise |
Sharing a restaurant entrée or dessert with your dinner companion |
Test Bank, Question 63
Limiting empty calories is important as they provide mostly calories and fewer nutrients.
True |
False |
Test Bank, Question 45
For all nutrients, Tolerable Upper Intake (UL) Levels are set for intakes from dietary supplements only.
True |
False |
Test Bank, Question 42
A person’s nutritional status is influenced by his/her intake and utilization of nutrients.
True |
False |
Test Bank, Question 46
The EARs are set higher than the RDAs.
True |
False |
Test Bank, Question 69
Food additives must be included in the ingredients list.
True |
False |
Test Bank, Question 65
Restaurants, upon request, must be able to provide consumers with the nutritional information of the foods served.
True |
False |
Test Bank, Question 60
Beans and peas are good sources of the nutrients found in both vegetables and protein foods, so they can be counted in either food group.
True |
False |
Test Bank, Question 24
Which of the following is NOT considered to be a source of empty calories?
Donuts and other pastries |
Soft drinks and candy |
Table sugar and butter |
Oils |
Test Bank, Question 32
Nutrient content and health claims are approved by the:
FDA. |
food manufacturer. |
USDA. |
US Department of Public Health. |
Test Bank, Question 2
The smallest units of life are
atoms. |
cells. |
organs. |
tissues. |
Test Bank, Question 6
Which of the following substances is not absorbed by the human body?
Amino acids |
Fatty acids |
Fiber |
Sugars |
Test Bank, Question 29
What might occur if the sphincter denoted here doesn’t close correctly, and some of the contents from the stomach enter into the esophagus?
Choking |
Constipation |
Heartburn |
Peptic ulcers |
Test Bank, Question 7
Which of the following is digested before being absorbed?
Minerals |
Protein |
Vitamins |
Water |
Test Bank, Question 43
Collectively, the microvilli are referred as the brush border.
True |
False |
Test Bank, Question 31
The gastric pits produce each of the following EXCEPT
an inactive form of pepsin. |
hydrochloric acid. |
mucus. |
salivary amylase. |
Test Bank, Question 38
Glucose can be used to make fatty acids.
True |
False |
Test Bank, Question 41
The nutritional composition of a meal affects how long it stays in the stomach.
True |
False |
Test Bank, Question 11
All of the following are examples of lipids except
cholesterol. |
saturated fat. |
sugars. |
unsaturated fat. |
Test Bank, Question 6
Which of the following statements regarding phytochemicals is true?
They are essential for life. |
They are always harmful to our health. |
They are found in plant foods. |
They contribute to the calories that we eat in our diet. |
Test Bank, Question 63
Healthy eating requires you to give up your favorite low nutrient-dense foods.
True |
False |
Test Bank, Question 16
Which of the following is associated with overnutrition?
Anemia |
Failure to thrive |
Obesity and Type 2 diabetes |
Osteoporosis |
Test Bank, Question 51
All six classes of nutrients play important roles in regulating body processes.
True |
False |
Test Bank, Question 55
Chronic overconsumption of kcalories and certain nutrients from foods can cause health problems.
True |
False |
Test Bank, Question 13
With the exception of _______, all the classes of nutrients are involved in forming and maintaining the body’s structure.
carbohydrates |
lipids |
minerals |
vitamins |
Test Bank, Question 47
Minerals are organic molecules that are needed in small amounts to maintain health.
True |
False |
Test Bank, Question 37
The Dietary Reference Intakes are only concerned with the correction of nutrient deficiencies.
True |
False | ||
Test Bank, Question 19
MyPlate:
divides foods into 4 groups. |
illustrates the appropriate proportions of food. |
replaces the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. |
All of these are characteristic of MyPlate. |
Test Bank, Question 4
All of the following are characteristics of the Dietary Reference Intakes EXCEPT:
the standards are designed to prevent nutrient deficiency. |
the standards are designed to reduce the risk of chronic disease. |
there are two sets of standards, one for healthy people and one for when someone is sick. |
they can be used to determine if a person’s diet provides adequate amounts of the essential nutrients. |
Test Bank, Question 77
If you ate the entire box, how many calories from fat would you have consumed?
110 |
220 |
250 |
500 |
Test Bank, Question 40
A limitation of the information obtained from population health and nutrition surveys is that the information cannot be used if the nation is meeting health and nutrition goals.
True |
False |
Test Bank, Question 64
Food labels are designed to help consumers make wise food choices at the point of purchase.
True |
False |
Bank, Question 29
Which of the following pieces of information is NOT required on the foods label?
Name of the product |
Total weight or volume of the contents |
Name, address and website of the manufacturer, distributor or packager |
Ingredients in descending order by weight |
Test Bank, Question 60
Beans and peas are good sources of the nutrients found in both vegetables and protein foods, so they can be counted in either food group.
True |
False | ||
Test Bank, Question 61
MyPlate emphasizes the importance of proportionality, moderation, and nutrient density, but not variety.
True |
False | ||
Test Bank, Question 27
The mass of chewed food that is swallowed is called
bicarbonate. |
the bolus. |
chyme. |
pepsin. |
Test Bank, Question 13
Factors that influence transit time include all of the following EXCEPT the
composition of the meal. |
emotional status of the individual. |
use of certain medications. |
all of these influence transit time. |
Test Bank, Question 67
The _____ system eliminates the majority of nitrogen-containing metabolic waste products.
circulatory |
integumentary |
respiratory |
urinary |
Test Bank, Question 30
_____ is a circular muscle that acts as a valve, opening and closing to allow the gastric contents to move throughout the GI tract.
Connective tissue |
The lumen |
A sphincter |
The rectum |
Test Bank, Question 6
Which of the following substances is not absorbed by the human body?
Amino acids |
Fatty acids |
Fiber |
Sugars |
Test Bank, Question 17
Enzymes are substrate specific, meaning that lipases will only digest lipids.
True |
False |
Test Bank, Question 16
Amylase is a hormone that digests carbohydrates.
True |
False |
Test Bank, Question 63
As compared to when you are at rest between meals, when you have eaten a meal, a ____________ proportion of your blood goes to your digestive system.
smaller |
the same |
greater |
Which of the following statements about fortified foods is false?
Fortification of foods began to help eliminate nutrient deficiencies in the population. |
Milk with added vitamin D is an example of food fortification. |
Voluntary food fortification may increase the likelihood of consuming an excess of some nutrients. |
Voluntary fortification of foods is at the discretion of the federal government |
A slice of apple pie has the same nutrient density as eating a medium-size apple.
True |
False |
If you know you are going to order dessert at dinner tonight, which of these choices would illustrate the concept of balancing your choices?
Choosing a salad with fat-free salad dressing for lunch |
Eating a big lunch as you will ‘blow’ your diet tonight anyway |
Skipping breakfast |
All of these illustrate balance. |
Carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins are all organic compounds that provide energy to the body.
True |
False |
Typically, less processed foods have lower nutrient density.
True |
False |
Which nutrient intake recommendation is used as a goal when a Recommended Dietary Allowance does not exist?
Adequate Intake |
Estimated Average Requirement |
Estimated Energy Requirement |
Tolerable Upper Intake Level |
For a dietary supplement to claim “high potency,” it must contain ____ percent of the Daily Value for the given nutrient based on the stated serving size.
20 |
50 |
100 |
125 |
To decrease your chance of getting a food-borne illness, you should:
cut your fresh produce and raw meat on the same cutting board to limit waste. |
eat your fresh fruits and vegetables without washing them first to preserve the nutritional value. |
order your steaks rare to medium-well in doneness. |
wash your hands frequently. |
Which of the following is promoted by the Mediterranean Eating Pattern?
Eating poultry and eggs daily. |
Consuming full-fat dairy products frequently. |
Eating red meat and sweets less often. |
Limiting consumption of nuts and seeds. |
The intestinal microflora synthesize small amounts of vitamin D.
True |
False |
In regard to blood circulation, if you begin with oxygen-poor blood that reaches the heart from the body and is pumped through arteries to capillaries of the lungs, then determine the order for the following:
1. In capillaries of the body, nutrients and oxygen move from the blood to body tissues.
2. Oxygen-rich blood returns to the heart from the lungs by veins.
3. In capillaries of the lungs, oxygen from inhaled air is picked up by the blood and carbon dioxide is released into the lungs and exhaled.
4. Oxygen-rich blood is pumped out of the heart into arteries leading to the body.
1 → 3 → 4 → 2 |
4 → 2 → 1 → 3 |
3 → 2 → 4 → 1 |
2 → 3 → 1 → 4 |
The slow movement of food stuff through the _____ favors the growth of microflora.
large intestine |
pancreas |
small intestine |
stomach |
The first location of chemical and mechanical digestion is the stomach.
True |
False |
Nutrients are used for energy or to synthesize substances in the body after they are absorbed.
True |
False |