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Nutrition and Physical Activity — Test Answers

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Which behavior would most likely have a positive influence on body image?

A
following current dietary fads on social media
B
using consistent routines for health and beauty
C
checking body weight daily
D
defining body image through magazines and television
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What steps can an individual take to maintain a healthy body weight? Choose three correct answers.

A
take personal responsibility for all choices
B
learn more about other people’s composition
C
make a commitment to maintain a healthy body weight
D
work out with vigorous and moderate exercise
E
perform only strength-based exercises each week
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An obese, adult male was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Which research evidence best supports this diagnosis?

A
The prevalence of obesity tends to decrease from youth to adulthood.
B
Adults have a higher risk of developing unhealthy outcomes when they are obese.
C
Adults who continually make poor eating choices have a lower risk of developing chronic diseases.
D
A decrease in sugar intake will result in an increase in insulin resistance.
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Which strategy will the doctor most likely recommend to help the patient reduce his weight in a healthy way? A doctor confirms that a patient is overweight after performing multiple tests and calculating the patient’s body mass index (BMI).

A
Follow a workout plan if there is extra time in the day.
B
Join a weight-loss support group.
C
Eat one serving of fruit each week.
D
Follow a diet that increases food consumption.
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What is the next step after gathering information when making smart food choices?

A
Decide if help is needed.
B
Identify alternative food choices.
C
Take personal responsibility.
D
Review the decision made.
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How can teens model good physical fitness to other teens in their neighborhood?

A
by baking cookies for the elderly
B
by reading books at the library
C
by riding their bikes to school
D
by growing vegetables in their own gardens
9

What is a short-term consequence of a sedentary lifestyle?

A
decrease in flexibility
B
development of heart disease
C
diagnosed with being obese
D
high blood pressure
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What advice should be given to a friend who thinks that eating healthy is too hard?

A
Add butter and salt to meals for flavor.
B
Add vegetables to your favorite meal.
C
Buy more packaged foods.
D
Keep potato chips out in a bowl.
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What is one of the drawbacks of cross-training?

A
It can be difficult to access all of the equipment or facilities that are needed.
B
It can be less engaging compared to other programs due to the lack of variety.
C
It includes poses and techniques that may be hard for some people to learn.
D
It is more likely to result in pain or injury due to the intensity of the activities.
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Which activity can help teens serve as role models for younger siblings in the area of healthy nutrition?

A
Spend time outdoors when possible.
B
Run two miles every day.
C
Drink water instead of soda.
D
Sleep eight hours every night.
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Susie finished preparing a dish for a dinner party being held the next day. What step should she take to store the food properly?

A
Put leftovers in a container filled less than two inches deep.
B
Use a container that is at least six inches deep.
C
Leave the food out on the counter until the next day.
D
Use (aluminum) foil to cover the food dish.
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What is one of the positives of high intensity interval training (HIIT)?

A
It can be a more engaging way to improve endurance.
B
It is less likely to result in injury compared to other programs.
C
It helps to reduce pain and stress and improve emotional health.
D
It is not challenging for people who are new to exercising.
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How is interval training similar to circuit training?

A
Both programs alternate intense activity with periods of rest.
B
Both programs focus on switching from one exercise to another.
C
Both programs include several kinds of exercises within a cycle.
D
Both programs focus on completing one activity for a long period.
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Yosef has a neighbor who is pregnant and nutritionally at risk. She has dropped out of school and lost her job. Which program should Yosef recommend to his neighbor?

A
Summer Food Service Program (SFSP)
B
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
C
National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
D
Boys & Girls Club programs
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How do nutritional needs change over time?

A
The number of calories needed increases throughout a person’s lifetime.
B
The number of calories needed increases from young adulthood until old age.
C
The number of calories needed remains the same from young adulthood throughout old age.
D
The number of calories needed increases from infancy to young adulthood.
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Which friend is experiencing an internal barrier to physical fitness?

A
Mark lacks access to fitness equipment.
B
Talia puts in only 50 percent of effort during her workout.
C
Clark’s parents fail to support his desire to work out.
D
Tyler has trouble finding a safe area to work out.
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Which is an example of the consequences of unhealthy eating?

A
An adult male has surgery to treat a disease that his parent passed on to him.
B
An adult female prevents bone loss by eating adequate amounts of vitamins and minerals.
C
An active young adult is placed on medication to treat a sprained ankle.
D
An obese young adult has been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.

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