Question 1

One tablespoon of fish oil,which contains more than 4 grams of alpha-linolenic fatty acid,provides:

Accepted Answer

A)  half the Adequate Intake (AI) of omega-3 fatty acids.
B)  half the AI of omega-6 fatty acids.
C)  more than double the AI of omega-3 fatty acids.
D)  more than double the AI of omega-6 fatty acids.

Question 2

The process of adding hydrogen to an unsaturated fatty acid is called:

Accepted Answer

A)  emulsification.
B)  pressurization.
C)  hydrogenation.
D)  deamination.

Question 3

Which of the following is the BEST source of heart-healthy fats?

Accepted Answer

A)  whole milk
B)  cheddar cheese
C)  canola oil
D)  butter

Question 4

All lipids are solid at room temperature.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The typical American diet provides inadequate amounts of linoleic acid.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Which of the following hormones is produced from cholesterol?

Accepted Answer

A)  estrogen
B)  insulin
C)  epinephrine
D)  glucagon

Question 7

Which hormone signals the gallbladder to contract?

Accepted Answer

A)  serotonin
B)  lipoprotein lipase
C)  insulin
D)  cholecystokinin (CCK)

Question 8

The body stores lipids as:

Accepted Answer

A)  phospholipids.
B)  triglycerides.
C)  glycerols.
D)  sterols.

Question 9

Which of the following provides both omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids?

Accepted Answer

A)  flaxseed oil
B)  butter
C)  ground beef
D)  chicken

Question 10

Chylomicrons are soluble in water.Which component of their outer surface gives them this characteristic?

Accepted Answer

A)  triglycerides
B)  phospholipids and proteins
C)  bile
D)  carbohydrates

Question 11

The primary emulsifiers in bile are called:

Accepted Answer

A)  lecithins.
B)  cholecystokinin (CCK) .
C)  bicarbonate.
D)  electrolytes.

Question 12

Which type of fatty acid has hydrogen atoms attached on diagonally opposite sides of a double carbon bond?

Accepted Answer

A)  monounsaturated
B)  saturated
C)  cis
D)  trans

Question 13

Sex hormones and adrenal hormones are substances derived from which class of lipid?

Accepted Answer

A)  fatty acids
B)  triglycerides
C)  phospholipids
D)  sterols

Question 14

Studies show that the use of fat replacers have helped to reduce obesity rates in the United States.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

The Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range for fat calls for a maximum of ________ of total energy intake.

Accepted Answer

A)  less than 10%
B)  20%
C)  35%
D)  50%

Question 16

Decreasing saturated fat intake to no more than 7% of total daily Calories can reduce the risk for cardiovascular disease.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Cholesterol is used to make sex hormones.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

A triglyceride is comprised of:

Accepted Answer

A)  three fatty acids and one glycerol.
B)  three glycerols and one fatty acid.
C)  three phospholipids and one glycerol.
D)  three glycerols and one phospholipid.

Question 19

Which type of essential fatty acid is MOST associated with being found in fish or fish oils?

Accepted Answer

A)  omega-6
B)  omega-3
C)  saturated
D)  monounsaturated

Question 20

How do omega-3 fatty acids decrease the risk for cardiovascular disease?

Accepted Answer

A)  They increase levels of high-density lipoproteins (HDLs) .
B)  They increase levels of low-density lipoproteins (LDLs) .
C)  They increase levels of cholesterol.
D)  They increase levels of very-low-density lipoproteins (VLDLs) .

Exam 6: Lipids: Essential Energy-Supplying Nutrients

Which of the following hormones is produced from cholesterol?

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The Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range for fat calls for a maximum of ________ of total energy intake.

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The primary emulsifiers in bile are called:

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Which hormone signals the gallbladder to contract?

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Sex hormones and adrenal hormones are substances derived from which class of lipid?

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The process of adding hydrogen to an unsaturated fatty acid is called:

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The typical American diet provides inadequate amounts of linoleic acid.

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Decreasing saturated fat intake to no more than 7% of total daily Calories can reduce the risk for cardiovascular disease.

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Cholesterol is used to make sex hormones.

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Which of the following is the BEST source of heart-healthy fats?

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One tablespoon of fish oil,which contains more than 4 grams of alpha-linolenic fatty acid,provides:

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The body stores lipids as:

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A triglyceride is comprised of:

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All lipids are solid at room temperature.

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Chylomicrons are soluble in water.Which component of their outer surface gives them this characteristic?

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Studies show that the use of fat replacers have helped to reduce obesity rates in the United States.

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Which type of fatty acid has hydrogen atoms attached on diagonally opposite sides of a double carbon bond?

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How do omega-3 fatty acids decrease the risk for cardiovascular disease?

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Which type of essential fatty acid is MOST associated with being found in fish or fish oils?

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Which of the following provides both omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids?

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