Question 1

Amenorrhea in female athletes is associated with:

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A)   poor absorption of iron.
B)   loss of lean body mass.
C)   low bone density.
D)   ketoacidosis.

Question 2

During the 3-day period before competing in an athletic event, the amount of carbohydrate in an athlete's diet should be:

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A)   low.
B)   moderate.
C)   high.
D)   consistent.

Question 3

The percentage of a woman's body weight that is composed of essential body fat is:

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A)   3% to 5%.
B)   10% to 12%.
C)   18% to 21%.
D)   21% to 30%.

Question 4

The ideal pregame meal should contain about:

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A)   50 to 100 g carbohydrate.
B)   100 to 200 g carbohydrate.
C)   200 to 300 g carbohydrate.
D)   400 to 500 g carbohydrate.

Question 5

Sports drinks that contain glucose and electrolytes are most beneficial for:

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A)   sprinters.
B)   body builders.
C)   endurance athletes.
D)   active older adults.

Question 6

"Sports anemia" in athletes is caused by:

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A)   increased plasma volume.
B)   inadequate intake of iron.
C)   amenorrhea.
D)   excessive sweating.

Question 7

The percentage of total daily kcalories that should be provided by dietary fat should be:

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A)   10% to 12%.
B)   15% to 30%.
C)   20% to 35%.
D)   30% to 40%.

Question 8

Some fat should be included in the diet to:

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A)   supply linoleic and alpha-linolenic acids.
B)   supply sufficient energy for all activities.
C)   provide cholesterol for endogenous needs.
D)   provide for adequate glycogen stores.

Question 9

An example of someone who may benefit from a vitamin and mineral supplement is:

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A)   an elderly man who lifts weights.
B)   a female vegan gymnast.
C)   a high school football player.
D)   a mother of preschoolers who runs marathons.

Question 10

Glycogen is stored in the:

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A)   liver and kidneys.
B)   kidneys and heart.
C)   muscles and liver.
D)   brain and muscles.

Question 11

The nutrient that provides the major energy source during exercise is:

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A)   protein.
B)   fat.
C)   carbohydrate.
D)   adenosine triphosphate (ATP) .

Question 12

Intake of more protein than is recommended results in increased production of:

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A)   ATP.
B)   heat.
C)   urea.
D)   carbon dioxide.

Question 13

The body's short-term energy needs are supplied by:

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A)   glycogen.
B)   fatty acids.
C)   oxygen.
D)   amino acids.

Question 14

During longer endurance events, the best type of carbohydrate to consume is:

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A)   starch.
B)   glycogen.
C)   a disaccharide.
D)   glucose.

Question 15

Training and exercise will increase:

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A)   stroke volume.
B)   cardiac rate.
C)   blood pressure.
D)   arterial volume.

Question 16

Exercise improves mental health via production of:

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A)   estrogen.
B)   insulin.
C)   endorphins.
D)   adrenaline.

Question 17

The contractile proteins in muscles are called:

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A)   actin and myosin.
B)   enzymes and cofactors.
C)   contractin and relaxin.
D)   adenosine and creatine.

Question 18

The body systems that contribute to the ability to supply cells with necessary oxygen are:

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A)   neural and cerebral.
B)   renal and circulatory.
C)   endocrine and digestive.
D)   cardiovascular and pulmonary.

Question 19

Athletes who eat low-carbohydrate diets may experience:

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A)   dehydration and ketoacidosis.
B)   sports anemia and amenorrhea.
C)   kidney failure and fatty liver.
D)   high blood pressure and cardiac stress.

Question 20

The best way to determine how much fluid must be replaced after exercise is:

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A)   to determine the amount of weight lost during the workout.
B)   to drink according to thirst.
C)   to drink 4 fluid ounces for every 15 minutes of exercise.
D)   to drink until you need to use the bathroom.

Exam 14: Nutrition and Physical Fitness

During longer endurance events, the best type of carbohydrate to consume is:

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The ideal pregame meal should contain about:

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The nutrient that provides the major energy source during exercise is:

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Exercise improves mental health via production of:

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Some fat should be included in the diet to:

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Amenorrhea in female athletes is associated with:

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The body systems that contribute to the ability to supply cells with necessary oxygen are:

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Intake of more protein than is recommended results in increased production of:

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The contractile proteins in muscles are called:

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"Sports anemia" in athletes is caused by:

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Sports drinks that contain glucose and electrolytes are most beneficial for:

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Glycogen is stored in the:

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The best way to determine how much fluid must be replaced after exercise is:

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Athletes who eat low-carbohydrate diets may experience:

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An example of someone who may benefit from a vitamin and mineral supplement is:

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Training and exercise will increase:

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The percentage of total daily kcalories that should be provided by dietary fat should be:

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The percentage of a woman's body weight that is composed of essential body fat is:

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The body's short-term energy needs are supplied by:

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During the 3-day period before competing in an athletic event, the amount of carbohydrate in an athlete's diet should be:

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