Question 1

According to MyPlate,a mini bagel would represent _____ ounce(s) from the grains group.

Accepted Answer

A)   0.50
B)   1
C)   2
D)   3
E)   4

Question 2

MyPlate groups foods into _____ major categories.

Accepted Answer

A)   2
B)   3
C)   4
D)   5

Question 3

Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) values are for people who are

Accepted Answer

A)   1 to 4 years of age.
B)   over 4 years of age.
C)   over 19 years of age.
D)   of all ages.

Question 4

An Adequate Intake (AI) is set for a nutrient when

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A)   too little research is available to establish an RDA.
B)   the needs during pregnancy decline instead of increase.
C)   the need for a nutrient depends on total calories eaten.
D)   the nutrient has a high potential for being toxic.

Question 5

Which is true about the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) ?

Accepted Answer

A)   They apply to people in Canada and the U.S.
B)   They differ by age group.
C)   They include Recommended Dietary Allowances and Tolerable Upper Intake Levels.
D)   They were created by the Food and Nutrition Board.
E)   All of these responses are true.

Question 6

Which is NOT a permitted health claim?

Accepted Answer

A)   Diets with enough calcium may reduce risk of osteoporosis.
B)   Diets low in sugar may reduce the risk of cancer.
C)   Diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
D)   None of these responses are permitted.

Question 7

Tolerable Upper Intake Levels (ULs) are

Accepted Answer

A)   the maximum daily intake level not likely to cause harmful effects.
B)   based on intakes from only supplements and highly fortified foods.
C)   nutrient intake goals.
D)   set for all nutrients.

Question 8

Food components that must be listed on the Nutrition Facts panel include

Accepted Answer

A)   sugars, dietary fiber, and fluoride.
B)   sugars, dietary fiber, and calcium.
C)   sugars, dietary fiber, and monounsaturated fat.
D)   sugars, calcium, and B-vitamins.

Question 9

MyPlate includes which food group?

Accepted Answer

A)   Dairy
B)   Vegetables
C)   Protein foods
D)   Fruits
E)   All of the above

Question 10

When vitamins and/or minerals are added to a food product in amounts in excess of at least 10% above that originally present in the product,the food is designated as

Accepted Answer

A)   light or lite.
B)   organic.
C)   imitation.
D)   fortified.

Question 11

What counts as a cup in the dairy group?

Accepted Answer

A)   1 cup of ice cream
B)   1 cup of yogurt
C)   1 cup of cottage cheese
D)   1 cup grated cheese

Question 12

About half of the money Americans spend on food is used to buy foods prepared outside the home.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The nutrient standards used on Nutrition Facts panels are called

Accepted Answer

A)   Recommended Dietary Allowances.
B)   Daily Values.
C)   Estimated Average Requirements.
D)   Dietary Reference Intakes.

Question 14

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans

Accepted Answer

A)   provide a scientific basis for USDA's school lunch program.
B)   provide a scientific basis for the Food Stamp Program.
C)   are designed to reduce the risk of "killer" diseases.
D)   All of these choices are correct.

Question 15

Mandatory labeling of foods is regulated by the

Accepted Answer

A)   USDHHS.
B)   FTC.
C)   FDA.
D)   GAO.

Question 16

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans are designed to reduce the risk of

Accepted Answer

A)   cancer.
B)   cardiovascular disease.
C)   obesity.
D)   foodborne illness.
E)   All of these responses are correct.

Question 17

Which government agency publishes the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

Accepted Answer

A)   USDA
B)   USDHHS
C)   FDA
D)   UDSA and USDHHS
E)   FDA and USDA

Question 18

Which is required on a food package?

Accepted Answer

A)   Name and address of the food manufacturer
B)   Date and time of processing
C)   Expiration date
D)   Percent Daily Value for protein

Question 19

Daily Reference Values are set for

Accepted Answer

A)   fat and cholesterol.
B)   sodium and potassium.
C)   carbohydrate and protein.
D)   All of these responses are correct.

Question 20

Foods that provide a greater contribution to nutrient needs than calorie needs are said to be

Accepted Answer

A)   empty calorie.
B)   energy dense.
C)   calorie dense.
D)   nutrient dense.

Exam 2: Tools of a Healthy Diet

MyPlate includes which food group?

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When vitamins and/or minerals are added to a food product in amounts in excess of at least 10% above that originally present in the product,the food is designated as

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Which government agency publishes the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

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Which is NOT a permitted health claim?

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Food components that must be listed on the Nutrition Facts panel include

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Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) values are for people who are

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MyPlate groups foods into _____ major categories.

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The nutrient standards used on Nutrition Facts panels are called

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Tolerable Upper Intake Levels (ULs) are

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Which is required on a food package?

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Foods that provide a greater contribution to nutrient needs than calorie needs are said to be

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Which is true about the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) ?

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An Adequate Intake (AI) is set for a nutrient when

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The Dietary Guidelines for Americans

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About half of the money Americans spend on food is used to buy foods prepared outside the home.

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The Dietary Guidelines for Americans are designed to reduce the risk of

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Mandatory labeling of foods is regulated by the

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According to MyPlate,a mini bagel would represent _____ ounce(s) from the grains group.

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Daily Reference Values are set for

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What counts as a cup in the dairy group?

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