Diets — Unit test Answers

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How does a food pyramid help individuals eat a healthy diet?

A
A food pyramid illustrates the chemicals and additives put in foods so individuals can plan a diet with more natural ingredients.
B
A food pyramid makes suggestions on what food groups should be included in a healthy diet and what percentage of the diet each group should make up.
C
A food pyramid tells individuals the exact foods to eat each day and how much of each they can consume.
D
A food pyramid helps individuals plan their diet by giving guidelines on vitamins, minerals, and calories to consume each day.
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Sugar should be completely eliminated from a person's diet.

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T
B
F
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Which of the following is NOT a consequence of too little body fat?

A
increased cholesterol
B
organ failure
C
death
D
altered hormones
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Parents are a large factor in how their children perceive their bodies.

A
T
B
F
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The elimination of waste is the primary function of the __________.

A
large intestine
B
small intestine
C
pancreas
D
esophagus
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The average adult eats about 4,000 calories a day.

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T
B
F
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Diets not only correct health problems, they can also cause health problems.

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T
B
F
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Family members cannot typically treat a loved one's eating disorder because __________.

A
they don't have enough time or money
B
they don't have enough patience or knowledge
C
they don't have enough patience or courage
D
they don't have enough knowledge or resources
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Older adults don't suffer from body image problems because they are more accepting of who they are.

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T
B
F
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Fat in the body helps to protect vital organs.

A
T
B
F
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Which of the following statements is TRUE?

A
To lose weight, you must consume fewer calories than energy expended.
B
It is considered safe to lose 10 pounds a week.
C
You must exercise at least one hour a day to lose weight.
D
Cycling and swimming are examples of resistance training.
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Regular exercise is critical to all age groups in maintaining body composition.

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T
B
F
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Purging, excessive dieting, and excessive exercising after consuming large quantities of food are symptoms of __________.

A
anorexia nervosa
B
binge eating disorder
C
disordered eating
D
bulimia nervosa

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