W.I.T.S. - Lecture 4 - Quiz Questions and Answers

W.I.T.S. - Lecture 4 - Quiz

Malnutrition is defined by_____of nutrients.
a) Under consumption
b) Overconsumption
c) Unbalanced consumption
d) All of the above - answerd) All of the above

Fitness professionals are legally qualified to prescribe detailed diets to clients.
a) True
b) False - answerb) False

The body's preferred fuel source for physical activity is:
a) Fat
b) Carbohydrates
c) Protein
d) All of the above - answerb) Carbohydrates

Nutrient density refers to:
a) The caloric content of food
b) The serving size of food
c) The vitamin, mineral and fiber content of food
d) All of the above - answerc) The vitamin, mineral and fiber content of food

The energy volume of carbohydrate is:
a) 2 kcal per gram
b) 9 kcal per gram
c) 4 kcal per gram
d) 7 kcal per gram - answerc) 4 kcal per gram

Fat performs all of the following functions in the body except:
a) Protection of body parts
b) Transport of oxygen
c) Distribution of vitamins
d) Temperature regulation - answerb) Transport of oxygen

Triglycerides are the primary storage form of fat in the body:
a) True
b) False - answera) True

For the average individual, the daily protein requirement is_____per kg body weight.
a) 0.8g
b) 1.2g