Question 1

of the following are examples of omega-3 fatty acids except:

Accepted Answer

A)  EPA.
B)  linolenic.
C)  DHA.
D)  linoleic.E) None of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 2

2000-kcalorie diet that provides 25% of kcalories from fat would contain _____ grams of fat.

Accepted Answer

A)  500
B)  550
C)  55
D)  15E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 3

lecithin needed for building cell membranes and other functions:

Accepted Answer

A)  should be consumed as a supplement.
B)  must be furnished in the diet.
C)  is made from scratch by the liver.
D)  is an essential nutrient.E) A) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 4

to the increased production and use of vegetable cooking oils by food manufacturers, Americans need to consume more:

Accepted Answer

A)  omega-3 fatty acids.
B)  omega-6 fatty acids.
C)  monounsaturated fatty acids.
D)  essential fatty acids.E) A) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 5

Which of the following fats is mostly monounsaturated?

Accepted Answer

A)  canola oil
B)  corn oil
C)  soybean oil
D)  margarineE) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 6

Foods that are thought of as protein-rich foods may actually contain more fat energy than protein energy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

American Heart Association recommends that individuals consume at least _____ serving(s)  of fatty fish each week.

Accepted Answer

A)  1
B)  2
C)  3
D)  4E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 8

Which of the following compounds cannot be synthesized in the body in amounts sufficient to meet physiological needs?

Accepted Answer

A)  lecithin
B)  cholesterol
C)  linoleic acid
D)  glycogenE) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 9

Invisible fats include the fats in:

Accepted Answer

A)  margarine.
B)  fried foods.
C)  shortening.
D)  sour cream.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 10

Which of the following high-fat foods would be the least desirable to consume if one is concerned about reducing one's risk of heart disease?

Accepted Answer

A)  avocados
B)  walnuts
C)  potato chips
D)  canned tunaE) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 11

Since 2006, food manufacturers have been required to list the amount of _____ fatty acids on the food label.

Accepted Answer

A)  trans
B)  polyunsaturated
C)  monounsaturated
D)  essentialE) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 12

compound that forms the backbone of triglycerides is called:

Accepted Answer

A)  glycerol.
B)  fatty acid.
C)  acetic acid.
D)  glycogen.E) C) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 13

Linoleic acid is found primarily in:

Accepted Answer

A)  plant oils.
B)  fish oils.
C)  fast foods.
D)  refined grains.E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 14

It is possible to consume too little fat.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

may protect against heart disease in all of the following ways except:

Accepted Answer

A)  they are low in saturated fat.
B)  they are high in vegetable protein, fiber, and vitamin E.
C)  they contain phytochemicals.
D)  they are low in monounsaturated fats.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 16

sources of polyunsaturated fatty acids are found in:

Accepted Answer

A)  lamb.
B)  egg yolk.
C)  milk.
D)  sunflower oil.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 17

Recommendations for fat intake have changed over the years due to:

Accepted Answer

A)  poor interpretation of the results of scientific research.
B)  increased scientific understanding about types of fat and how they affect health.
C)  misinterpretation of recommendations by the media.
D)  disagreement between the medical community and government agencies.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 18

body fuel that can be stored in unlimited amounts is:

Accepted Answer

A)  glycogen.
B)  fat.
C)  protein.
D)  glucose.E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 19

Which of the following is not a sterol?

Accepted Answer

A)  cholesterol
B)  lecithin
C)  vitamin D
D)  sex hormonesE) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 20

Which of the following food groups always contains fat?

Accepted Answer

A)  fruits
B)  grains
C)  meats
D)  vegetablesE) B) and D)
F) A) and C)

Exam 3: Lipids

Which of the following food groups always contains fat?

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Recommendations for fat intake have changed over the years due to:

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American Heart Association recommends that individuals consume at least _____ serving(s) of fatty fish each week.

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Foods that are thought of as protein-rich foods may actually contain more fat energy than protein energy.

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to the increased production and use of vegetable cooking oils by food manufacturers, Americans need to consume more:

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It is possible to consume too little fat.

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Which of the following fats is mostly monounsaturated?

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Since 2006, food manufacturers have been required to list the amount of _____ fatty acids on the food label.

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body fuel that can be stored in unlimited amounts is:

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Invisible fats include the fats in:

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2000-kcalorie diet that provides 25% of kcalories from fat would contain _____ grams of fat.

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Which of the following compounds cannot be synthesized in the body in amounts sufficient to meet physiological needs?

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compound that forms the backbone of triglycerides is called:

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lecithin needed for building cell membranes and other functions:

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of the following are examples of omega-3 fatty acids except:

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Linoleic acid is found primarily in:

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may protect against heart disease in all of the following ways except:

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Which of the following is not a sterol?

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Which of the following high-fat foods would be the least desirable to consume if one is concerned about reducing one's risk of heart disease?

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sources of polyunsaturated fatty acids are found in:

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