Question 1

Basic metabolic rate (BMR)  decreases by about _____ per decade after young adulthood.

Accepted Answer

A)   1% to 2%
B)   2% to 4%
C)   3% to 5%
D)   5% to 8%
E)   8% to 10%

Question 2

Men who have been successful in achieving weight loss typically adhere to diets of _____ kcals per day.

Accepted Answer

A)   fewer than 800
B)   1500 to 1800
C)   2000 to 2200
D)   2500 to 2800
E)   3000 to 3200

Question 3

Thinking of the current food environment in the United States, what strategies for healthy weight loss would you suggest for someone who is obese? Consider factors related to food availability, social settings, and lifestyle.

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Question 4

Trina's BMI is 32. This is considered:

Accepted Answer

A)   underweight.
B)   healthy weight.
C)   overweight.
D)   obese.
E)   morbidly obese.

Question 5

In what area does a pear-shaped person accumulate body fat?

Accepted Answer

A)   upper arms
B)   neck
C)   hips and thighs
D)   stomach
E)   knees and ankles

Question 6

How much weight would someone who is 200 pounds need to lose and maintain the weight loss to reduce the risk of chronic disease and premature death?

Accepted Answer

A)   more than 30 pounds
B)   20 to 30 pounds
C)   15 to 20 pounds
D)   10 to 20 pounds
E)   5 pounds

Question 7

Weight loss is recommended for anyone with a BMI:

Accepted Answer

A)   below 18.
B)   between 18 and 25.
C)   between 22 and 27.
D)   between 24 and 29.
E)   of 30 or higher.

Question 8

Of the components that make up one's total energy expenditure, which is controlled by the person?

Accepted Answer

A)   basal metabolism
B)   thermic effect of food
C)   exercise
D)   nonexercise activity thermogenesis
E)   exercise and nonexercise activity thermogenesis

Question 9

Women who have been successful in achieving weight loss typically adhere to diets of _____ kcals per day.

Accepted Answer

A)   fewer than 800
B)   1000 to 1200
C)   1200 to 1500
D)   1900 to 2100
E)   2500 to 2700

Question 10

Positive energy balance is:

Accepted Answer

A)   the state in which energy intake exceeds energy expenditure.
B)   the state in which energy intake and energy expenditure are the same.
C)   the state in which energy expenditure exceeds energy intake.
D)   a desired state for good health.
E)   a sign of weight loss.

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