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BIOD 121 NUTRITION EXAM REVIEW
WITH 100% CORRECT AND VERIFIED
ANSWERS 2026-27 LATEST
VERSION
Describe atherosclerosis, the role of certain fats in its development and how to lower
risk for development of atherosclerosis. - Correct Answer-Atherosclerosis is when
plaques form in the arteries, inhibiting proper blood flow and adding to higher blood
pressure. It increases risk for strokes or heart attacks. It is associated with high levels of
LDL and/or low levels of HDL. Smoking cessation, exercise, weight management and
blood pressure control can lower risk.
What is atherosclerosis (make sure to address lipoprotein associated with the disease)?
- Correct Answer-Atherosclerosis is a disease where plaques block blood flow in the
arteries (leading to heart attacks, strokes and high blood pressure.. One of its causes is
high levels of LDL, which can deposit cholesterol in the arteries leading to the plaque
formation.
You are volunteering with a medical relief group in a developing nation. A mother brings
a child to the clinic who has had severe weight loss, has a skin and bones appearance
and severe growth impairment. What type of malnutrition is he most likely suffering
from? - Correct Answer-Marasmus
True or false. If false, explain why it is false.
Foods that are often high in starch are also a good source of fiber. - Correct Answer-
True
For (A) a hypoglycemic state, and (B) a hyperglycemic state, list the hormones that the
pancreas would release in each state and how the hormones would influence blood
glucose levels. - Correct Answer-A. Glucagon - will break down glycogen stores in liver
to increase blood glucose levels
B. Insulin - increases cellular uptake of glucose to lower blood glucose levels
Jill considers herself a vegetarian, and you observe her eating a salad with feta cheese,
boiled eggs and a creamy dressing made with buttermilk. What type of diet is this
considered. - Correct Answer-Lacto-ovo vegetarian
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Which macromolecule type plays a role in structural components, regulates body
function, and enzyme production? - Correct Answer-Proteins
Name at least 2 examples of when positive energy balance is necessary. - Correct
Answer-Pregnancy and growth spurts in childhood and adolescence
What is the formula (including units) to calculating Body Mass Index (BMI) - Correct
Answer-BMI = weight (kg) / height^2(meters)
Which of the following populations would not be advised to use the general BMI? Select
all that apply:
Children
Pregnant/breastfeeding moms
Short stature adults
Muscular individuals
Elderly - Correct Answer-All
Which method below is used to determine a person's body fat by measuring the fat
layer just under the skin at several locations using a caliper? - Correct Answer-
anthropometrics
Other than the percentage of body fat and location of fat, name at least 2 other
important indicators of obesity. - Correct Answer-Weight,
waist circumference,
waist-to-hip-ratio
True or false. If false, rewrite to make the statement true.
Nurture is the influence of genetic factors that play a role in body composition - Correct
Answer-FALSE: Nature is the influence of genetic factors that play a role in body
composition OR nurture is the influence of environmental factors that play a role in body
composition.
Kai has always been a "yo-yo" dieter, in that he loses weight, but then eventually goes
back to his previous overweight status. What is this concept called and name the
hormone that is hypothesized to be involved. - Correct Answer-Set point theory; leptin
True and false. If the statement is false, rewrite the statement to make it true.
The daily standards of calorie control for females is 1,300 and 1,600 for males. - Correct
Answer-FALSE: The daily standards of calorie control for females is 1,200 and 1,500 for
males.
Patrick was comparing two nutrition labels for snacks at the grocery store. Snack #1
had 168 calories per serving and 7 g of total fat, while Snack #2 had 195 calories and 5
g of fat. Which snack would be the better choice for Patrick's weight loss goals and
why? - Correct Answer-Snack #1 because when looking at labels and comparing
, 3
products, remember that calories are important, regardless of whether they come from
fat, carbohydrates, or protein.
Along with nutrition label reading and keeping a food journal, what are at least 2 more
recommended behaviors for controlling calories? (Note: Behavior modification and
behavior-modification strategies are not to be listed as a recommendation.) - Correct
Answer-Measuring portion sizes
limiting high fat foods
limiting empty calorie foods/foods high in sugar
A 47 year old female has come to the clinic for help losing weight. For the past 4
months she has worked to eat only low-fat and fat-free foods, but she has not lost
weight. Why might consuming fat-free and low-fat foods not lead to weight loss? -
Correct Answer-The calorie difference between low-fat and its regular counterpart can
be marginal as extra sugar (or salt) can be used to improve the taste. Additionally, the
lack of fat or simply the knowledge that the product is lower in calories, may lead you to
actually eat more of a low-fat product. The end result is often the consumption of more
calories than if you had just ingested the regular product initially.
Why is it recommended to not consume high calorie drinks like colas and alcohol for
weight loss and maintenance? - Correct Answer-Drinks can have high calories but not
lead to a feeling of fullness or satiety, so people will also ingest food as well and exceed
their calorie intake or allowance for weight loss and maintenance.
Which of the following is linked to physical activity? Select all that apply.
Increased stress level
Mood improvement
Increased productivity
Decreased bone health
Decreased lean body mass - Correct Answer-Mood improvement
Increased productivity
True or false. If false, explain why it is false.
Science now shows that individuals must be active for a continuous period of 60
minutes for it to be beneficial. - Correct Answer-False: Science now shows that
increments of activity that add up to 60 minutes can be just as beneficial.
True or false. If false, explain why it is false.
Current recommendations are for 30-45 minutes of activity per day for adults. - Correct
Answer-FALSE: Current recommendations are for 60-90 minutes of activity per day for
adults.
Along with stretching, list the 2 other categories of physical exercise shown to be
beneficial to overall health. - Correct Answer-Cardio or aerobic exercise
Resistance training
BIOD 121 NUTRITION EXAM REVIEW
WITH 100% CORRECT AND VERIFIED
ANSWERS 2026-27 LATEST
VERSION
Describe atherosclerosis, the role of certain fats in its development and how to lower
risk for development of atherosclerosis. - Correct Answer-Atherosclerosis is when
plaques form in the arteries, inhibiting proper blood flow and adding to higher blood
pressure. It increases risk for strokes or heart attacks. It is associated with high levels of
LDL and/or low levels of HDL. Smoking cessation, exercise, weight management and
blood pressure control can lower risk.
What is atherosclerosis (make sure to address lipoprotein associated with the disease)?
- Correct Answer-Atherosclerosis is a disease where plaques block blood flow in the
arteries (leading to heart attacks, strokes and high blood pressure.. One of its causes is
high levels of LDL, which can deposit cholesterol in the arteries leading to the plaque
formation.
You are volunteering with a medical relief group in a developing nation. A mother brings
a child to the clinic who has had severe weight loss, has a skin and bones appearance
and severe growth impairment. What type of malnutrition is he most likely suffering
from? - Correct Answer-Marasmus
True or false. If false, explain why it is false.
Foods that are often high in starch are also a good source of fiber. - Correct Answer-
True
For (A) a hypoglycemic state, and (B) a hyperglycemic state, list the hormones that the
pancreas would release in each state and how the hormones would influence blood
glucose levels. - Correct Answer-A. Glucagon - will break down glycogen stores in liver
to increase blood glucose levels
B. Insulin - increases cellular uptake of glucose to lower blood glucose levels
Jill considers herself a vegetarian, and you observe her eating a salad with feta cheese,
boiled eggs and a creamy dressing made with buttermilk. What type of diet is this
considered. - Correct Answer-Lacto-ovo vegetarian
,2
Which macromolecule type plays a role in structural components, regulates body
function, and enzyme production? - Correct Answer-Proteins
Name at least 2 examples of when positive energy balance is necessary. - Correct
Answer-Pregnancy and growth spurts in childhood and adolescence
What is the formula (including units) to calculating Body Mass Index (BMI) - Correct
Answer-BMI = weight (kg) / height^2(meters)
Which of the following populations would not be advised to use the general BMI? Select
all that apply:
Children
Pregnant/breastfeeding moms
Short stature adults
Muscular individuals
Elderly - Correct Answer-All
Which method below is used to determine a person's body fat by measuring the fat
layer just under the skin at several locations using a caliper? - Correct Answer-
anthropometrics
Other than the percentage of body fat and location of fat, name at least 2 other
important indicators of obesity. - Correct Answer-Weight,
waist circumference,
waist-to-hip-ratio
True or false. If false, rewrite to make the statement true.
Nurture is the influence of genetic factors that play a role in body composition - Correct
Answer-FALSE: Nature is the influence of genetic factors that play a role in body
composition OR nurture is the influence of environmental factors that play a role in body
composition.
Kai has always been a "yo-yo" dieter, in that he loses weight, but then eventually goes
back to his previous overweight status. What is this concept called and name the
hormone that is hypothesized to be involved. - Correct Answer-Set point theory; leptin
True and false. If the statement is false, rewrite the statement to make it true.
The daily standards of calorie control for females is 1,300 and 1,600 for males. - Correct
Answer-FALSE: The daily standards of calorie control for females is 1,200 and 1,500 for
males.
Patrick was comparing two nutrition labels for snacks at the grocery store. Snack #1
had 168 calories per serving and 7 g of total fat, while Snack #2 had 195 calories and 5
g of fat. Which snack would be the better choice for Patrick's weight loss goals and
why? - Correct Answer-Snack #1 because when looking at labels and comparing
, 3
products, remember that calories are important, regardless of whether they come from
fat, carbohydrates, or protein.
Along with nutrition label reading and keeping a food journal, what are at least 2 more
recommended behaviors for controlling calories? (Note: Behavior modification and
behavior-modification strategies are not to be listed as a recommendation.) - Correct
Answer-Measuring portion sizes
limiting high fat foods
limiting empty calorie foods/foods high in sugar
A 47 year old female has come to the clinic for help losing weight. For the past 4
months she has worked to eat only low-fat and fat-free foods, but she has not lost
weight. Why might consuming fat-free and low-fat foods not lead to weight loss? -
Correct Answer-The calorie difference between low-fat and its regular counterpart can
be marginal as extra sugar (or salt) can be used to improve the taste. Additionally, the
lack of fat or simply the knowledge that the product is lower in calories, may lead you to
actually eat more of a low-fat product. The end result is often the consumption of more
calories than if you had just ingested the regular product initially.
Why is it recommended to not consume high calorie drinks like colas and alcohol for
weight loss and maintenance? - Correct Answer-Drinks can have high calories but not
lead to a feeling of fullness or satiety, so people will also ingest food as well and exceed
their calorie intake or allowance for weight loss and maintenance.
Which of the following is linked to physical activity? Select all that apply.
Increased stress level
Mood improvement
Increased productivity
Decreased bone health
Decreased lean body mass - Correct Answer-Mood improvement
Increased productivity
True or false. If false, explain why it is false.
Science now shows that individuals must be active for a continuous period of 60
minutes for it to be beneficial. - Correct Answer-False: Science now shows that
increments of activity that add up to 60 minutes can be just as beneficial.
True or false. If false, explain why it is false.
Current recommendations are for 30-45 minutes of activity per day for adults. - Correct
Answer-FALSE: Current recommendations are for 60-90 minutes of activity per day for
adults.
Along with stretching, list the 2 other categories of physical exercise shown to be
beneficial to overall health. - Correct Answer-Cardio or aerobic exercise
Resistance training
