University| Actual Exam Version 2 Questions and
Correct Answers
Question 1: Which government agency regulates organic farming standards in the United States?
A. FDA
B. USDA
C. CDC
D. EPA
Correct answer: B
Explanation: The USDA oversees the National Organic Program, setting standards for organic
farming, certification, and labeling.
Question 2: The second step of the scientific method is:
A. Observation
B. Hypothesis formation
C. Experimentation
D. Conclusion
Correct answer: B
Explanation: The scientific method follows observation with hypothesis formation to propose a
testable explanation.
Question 3: Which of the following best describes the Delaney Clause?
A. Regulates sugar content in foods
B. Prohibits carcinogenic food additives
C. Mandates organic certification
D. Requires nutritional labeling
Correct answer: B
, Explanation: The Delaney Clause (1958) bans food additives shown to cause cancer in humans
or animals.
Question 4: The Nutrition facts panel on a box of crackers indicates that one serving provides
140 calories, with 55 calories coming from fat. Calculate the percentage of calories from fat in
this product.
A. 25%
B. 39.3%
C. 55%
D. 85%
Correct answer: B
Explanation: (55/140) × 100 = 39.3%.
Question 5: Your grandmother has recently been diagnosed with Type II diabetes. Which of the
following professionals is most likely to offer your grandmother assistance in planning her
diabetic diet?
A. Pharmacist
B. Registered Dietitian
C. Physical therapist
D. General practitioner
Correct answer: B
Explanation: Registered Dietitians specialize in tailored dietary plans for managing Type II
diabetes.
Question 6: The standard used to estimate the daily nutrient needs of half of all healthy
individuals is:
A. RDA (Recommended Dietary Allowance)
B. DRI (Dietary Reference Intake)
C. UL (Tolerable Upper Intake Level)
D. EAR (Estimated Average Requirement)
Correct answer: D