Question: Malnutrition:

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Refers only to undernutrition, Occurs only in developing countries, Can result from an imbalance of nutrients, Only happens when calorie intake is low

Answer: Can result from an imbalance of nutrients

 

Question: Which of the following philosophies best matches the concept of sustainable development?

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the use of renewable resources to generate all of the power needed by a society, the improvement of people’s lives, meeting current needs without reducing the needs of future generations, the recycling of all materials

Answer: the improvement of people’s lives, meeting current needs without reducing the needs of future generations

 

Question: Macronutrients are nutrients that:

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include carbohydrates, fats, and proteins; are required in very small amounts; are only needed during exercise; are vitamins and minerals

Answer: include carbohydrates, fats, and proteins

 

Question: Nutrients that must be obtained from the diet are called:

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Essential nutrients, Non-essential nutrients, Macronutrients, Trace elements

Answer: Essential nutrients

 

Question: Which of the following is NOT an objective of sports nutrition?

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Improve performance, Prevent injury, Promote rapid weight gain, Enhance recovery

Answer: Promote rapid weight gain

 

Question: What type of ergogenic aids are most commonly used?

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Nutritional, Mechanical, Psychological, Pharmacological

Answer: Nutritional

 

Question: Which of the following behaviors is a modifiable risk factor for coronary artery disease?

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Smoking and sedentary lifestyle, Age and family history, Gender and ethnicity, Genetic disorders

Answer: Smoking and sedentary lifestyle

 

Question: Which of the following is NOT one of the three keys to a healthy diet?

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Moderation, Balance, Variety, Restriction

Answer: Restriction

 

Question: Which nutrients help regulate bodily processes?

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vitamins, minerals, and protein; carbohydrates, fats, and protein; water and fiber

Answer: vitamins, minerals, and protein

 

Question: Which of the following statements is TRUE about ergogenic aids?

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They are all banned in sports; They only include physical devices; They’re completely safe and proven effective; A number of nutritional aids exist, mostly vitamins and minerals

Answer: A number of nutritional aids exist, mostly vitamins and minerals

 

Question: Which of the following groups may be susceptible to a nutrient deficiency?

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Young athletes, Older athletes, Vegan athletes, All of these groups

Answer: All of these groups

 

Question: Which food group is NOT one of the five MyPlate food groups?

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grains, dairy, meat, poultry, and egg food group, vegetables

Answer: meat, poultry, and egg food group