, TESTBANK FOR Nutrition Across Life Stages Second Edition Bernstein
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,Multiple Choice
1. Human growth and health rely on:
A) phytochemicals and carotenoids.
B) fiber and lignans.
C) calories that food and drink provide.
D) All of these are correct.
Ans: D
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: The Science of Nutrition
Subject: Chapter 1
2. Nonessential nutrients:
A) can be made by the body.
B) are required for normal physiological function.
C) include histidine and lysine.
D) include methionine and tryptophan.
Ans: A
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: The Science of Nutrition
Subject: Chapter 1
3. Which of the following methods is commonly used to assess dietary intake?
A) 24-hour diet recall
B) Observing an individual consume a meal
C) Ordering laboratory values of nutrients in the blood
D) Using specialized utensils for eating food
Ans: A
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Nutrition Assessment
Subject: Chapter 1
4. A woman weighs 65 kg, is 157 cm tall, and is 35 years old. She exercises 1–3 days per week.
Using the Harris–Benedict equation, what is this woman’s estimated daily calorie needs?
A) 1,295 calories
,B) 1,554 calories
C) 2,007 calories
D) 1,781 calories
Ans: D
Complexity: Difficult
Ahead: Nutrition Assessment
Subject: Chapter 1
5. The benefits of physical activity include:
A) reducing the risk of various types of cancer.
B) improving cognitive function for youths 6 to 13 years old.
C) reducing the risk of fall-related injuries for older adults.
D) All of these are correct.
Ans: D
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Physical Activity Guidelines
Subject: Chapter 1
6. Which of the following best shows a lack of dietary variety?
A) Eating no other fruit in the diet except oranges
B) Consuming enough, but not too much, from all the different food groups
C) Consuming foods that are low in nutrient density, like French fries and burgers
D) Packing different vegetables with lunch every day
Ans: A
Complexity: Difficult
Ahead: The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020–2025
Subject: Chapter 1
7. Zinc is an example of a:
A) carbohydrate.
B) mineral.
C) fat-soluble vitamin.
D) water-soluble vitamin.
Ans: B
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Micronutrients
,Subject: Chapter 1
8. The nutrient that provides 9 calories per gram is:
A) alcohol.
B) carbohydrate.
C) fat.
D) protein.
Ans: C
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: The Science of Nutrition
Subject: Chapter 1
True/False
1. True or False? Vitamins are micronutrients.
Ans: True
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Micronutrients
Subject: Chapter 1
2. True or False? Body mass index (BMI) may overestimate body fat in athletes and others who
have a muscular build and underestimate body fat in older persons and others who have lost
muscle.
Ans: True
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Nutrition Assessment
Subject: Chapter 1
3. True or False? A key recommendation of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020–2025 is
to consume less than 1,500 mg per day of sodium.
Ans: False
Complexity: Moderate
,Ahead: The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020–2025
Subject: Chapter 1
4. True or False? There are many Americans who eat adequate calories each day but are still
considered undernourished.
Ans: True
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020–2025
Subject: Chapter 1
5. True or False? The obesity epidemic began in the 1990s.
Ans: False
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: The Obesity Epidemic May Be Decreasing Life Expectancy
Subject: Chapter 1
6. True or False? Research indicates that bouts of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity in any
duration of time can contribute to health benefits.
Ans: True
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Physical Activity Guidelines
Subject: Chapter 1
7. True or False? Learning and maintaining healthy eating habits early in life can go a long way
in preventing deaths resulting from causes brought about by obesity.
Ans: True
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: The Obesity Epidemic may be Decreasing Life Expectancy
Subject: Chapter 1
,Multiple Choice
1. Research shows that women who receive care prior to pregnancy:
A) have increased folic acid intake.
B) don’t require vaccinations.
C) have increased weight gain in the first trimester of pregnancy.
D) All of these are correct.
Ans: A
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Preconception Period
Subject: Chapter 2
2. The fallopian tubes are:
A) the two small reproductive glands on either side of the uterus.
B) a pair of long, slender ducts in the female abdomen that transport ova from the ovary to the
uterus.
C) connected to the vagina.
D) where a fetus develops during pregnancy.
Ans: B
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: The Physiology of Reproduction
Subject: Chapter 2
3. The egg is captured by the fallopian tubes in the process known as:
A) fertilization.
B) menstruation.
C) luteal stage.
D) ovulation.
Ans: D
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: The Physiology of Reproduction
Subject: Chapter 2
4. Since the 1970s, the average age of women having their first child has:
A) decreased from 27 to 21½.
,B) decreased from 30 to 27.
C) increased from 21½ to 27.
D) increased from 27 to 30.
Ans: C
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Infertility, Subfertility, and Assisted Reproductive Technology
Subject: Chapter 2
5. Men with diabetes are how much more likely to suffer from low testosterone than men without
diabetes?
A) Two times more likely
B) Three times more likely
C) Four times more likely
D) Five times more likely
Ans: A
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Common Health Conditions
Subject: Chapter 2
True/False
1. True or False? The preconception period is the time prior to or between pregnancies.
Ans: True
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Preconception Period
Subject: Chapter 2
2. True or False? Men play an important role in promoting a healthy pregnancy.
Ans: True
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Preconception Period
Subject: Chapter 2
,3. True or False? The four major hormones that are involved in the female menstrual cycle are
folic acid-stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinizing hormone (LH), estrogen, and testosterone.
Ans: False
Complexity: Difficult
Ahead: The Physiology of Reproduction
Subject: Chapter 2
4. True or False? Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) makes sperm in a process called
spermatogenesis.
Ans: True
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: The Physiology of Reproduction
Subject: Chapter 2
5. True or False? Endometriosis is a condition where the lining of the uterus, called the
endometrium, grows inside the uterine cavity.
Ans: False
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Common Health Conditions
Subject: Chapter 2
6. True or False? Women with a past or current eating disorder are more likely to report having
unplanned pregnancies.
Ans: True
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Common Health Conditions
Subject: Chapter 2
7. True or False? Women who are anemic during their first trimester of pregnancy have babies
that show more delays in development and behavioral and learning issues.
Ans: True
Complexity: Easy
, Ahead: Nutrition Recommendations During Preconception
Subject: Chapter 2
Fill-in-the-Blank
1. The uterus is the organ where a fetus develops; the upper part is called the _____________
and the lower part is the cervix.
Ans: corpus
Complexity: Difficult
Ahead: The Physiology of Reproduction
Subject: Chapter 2
2. Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) begin to produce male sex hormones, called
_____________.
Ans: androgens
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Common Health Conditions
Subject: Chapter 2
3. If a woman enters a pregnancy with hypertension, she is 17–25% more likely to experience
_____________ while she is pregnant.
Ans: preeclampsia
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Common Health Conditions
Subject: Chapter 2
Important Notes
The file includes the complete test bank, organized chapter by chapter.
A sample of selected pages has been provided for preview.
All available appendices and Excel files (if included in the original resources) are
provided.
Quizzes, Midterm and final exams are included (if available in the original resources).
We continuously update our files to ensure you receive the latest and most accurate
editions.
New editions are added regularly – stay connected for updates!
⚠️Note on Answer Keys: If the answer key is not included within the chapter
questions, you will find the complete answers and solutions at the end of each
chapter.
✅ Why Buy From Us?
📚 Complete & organized chapter-by-chapter – no missing content, no guessing.
⚡ Instant digital delivery – get your file the moment you pay, no waiting.
📅 Always up to date – we track new editions so you always get the latest version.
💬 Friendly support – real humans ready to help, anytime you need us.
🔒 Safe & secure – thousands of satisfied students trust us every semester.
🛡️Our Guarantees
💰 Money-Back Guarantee: Not satisfied? We offer a full refund – no questions asked.
🔄 Wrong File? No Problem: Contact us and we will replace it immediately with the
correct version, free of charge.
⏰ 24/7 Support: We are always here – reach out anytime and expect a fast response.
,Multiple Choice
1. Human growth and health rely on:
A) phytochemicals and carotenoids.
B) fiber and lignans.
C) calories that food and drink provide.
D) All of these are correct.
Ans: D
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: The Science of Nutrition
Subject: Chapter 1
2. Nonessential nutrients:
A) can be made by the body.
B) are required for normal physiological function.
C) include histidine and lysine.
D) include methionine and tryptophan.
Ans: A
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: The Science of Nutrition
Subject: Chapter 1
3. Which of the following methods is commonly used to assess dietary intake?
A) 24-hour diet recall
B) Observing an individual consume a meal
C) Ordering laboratory values of nutrients in the blood
D) Using specialized utensils for eating food
Ans: A
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Nutrition Assessment
Subject: Chapter 1
4. A woman weighs 65 kg, is 157 cm tall, and is 35 years old. She exercises 1–3 days per week.
Using the Harris–Benedict equation, what is this woman’s estimated daily calorie needs?
A) 1,295 calories
,B) 1,554 calories
C) 2,007 calories
D) 1,781 calories
Ans: D
Complexity: Difficult
Ahead: Nutrition Assessment
Subject: Chapter 1
5. The benefits of physical activity include:
A) reducing the risk of various types of cancer.
B) improving cognitive function for youths 6 to 13 years old.
C) reducing the risk of fall-related injuries for older adults.
D) All of these are correct.
Ans: D
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Physical Activity Guidelines
Subject: Chapter 1
6. Which of the following best shows a lack of dietary variety?
A) Eating no other fruit in the diet except oranges
B) Consuming enough, but not too much, from all the different food groups
C) Consuming foods that are low in nutrient density, like French fries and burgers
D) Packing different vegetables with lunch every day
Ans: A
Complexity: Difficult
Ahead: The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020–2025
Subject: Chapter 1
7. Zinc is an example of a:
A) carbohydrate.
B) mineral.
C) fat-soluble vitamin.
D) water-soluble vitamin.
Ans: B
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Micronutrients
,Subject: Chapter 1
8. The nutrient that provides 9 calories per gram is:
A) alcohol.
B) carbohydrate.
C) fat.
D) protein.
Ans: C
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: The Science of Nutrition
Subject: Chapter 1
True/False
1. True or False? Vitamins are micronutrients.
Ans: True
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Micronutrients
Subject: Chapter 1
2. True or False? Body mass index (BMI) may overestimate body fat in athletes and others who
have a muscular build and underestimate body fat in older persons and others who have lost
muscle.
Ans: True
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Nutrition Assessment
Subject: Chapter 1
3. True or False? A key recommendation of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020–2025 is
to consume less than 1,500 mg per day of sodium.
Ans: False
Complexity: Moderate
,Ahead: The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020–2025
Subject: Chapter 1
4. True or False? There are many Americans who eat adequate calories each day but are still
considered undernourished.
Ans: True
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020–2025
Subject: Chapter 1
5. True or False? The obesity epidemic began in the 1990s.
Ans: False
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: The Obesity Epidemic May Be Decreasing Life Expectancy
Subject: Chapter 1
6. True or False? Research indicates that bouts of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity in any
duration of time can contribute to health benefits.
Ans: True
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Physical Activity Guidelines
Subject: Chapter 1
7. True or False? Learning and maintaining healthy eating habits early in life can go a long way
in preventing deaths resulting from causes brought about by obesity.
Ans: True
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: The Obesity Epidemic may be Decreasing Life Expectancy
Subject: Chapter 1
,Multiple Choice
1. Research shows that women who receive care prior to pregnancy:
A) have increased folic acid intake.
B) don’t require vaccinations.
C) have increased weight gain in the first trimester of pregnancy.
D) All of these are correct.
Ans: A
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Preconception Period
Subject: Chapter 2
2. The fallopian tubes are:
A) the two small reproductive glands on either side of the uterus.
B) a pair of long, slender ducts in the female abdomen that transport ova from the ovary to the
uterus.
C) connected to the vagina.
D) where a fetus develops during pregnancy.
Ans: B
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: The Physiology of Reproduction
Subject: Chapter 2
3. The egg is captured by the fallopian tubes in the process known as:
A) fertilization.
B) menstruation.
C) luteal stage.
D) ovulation.
Ans: D
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: The Physiology of Reproduction
Subject: Chapter 2
4. Since the 1970s, the average age of women having their first child has:
A) decreased from 27 to 21½.
,B) decreased from 30 to 27.
C) increased from 21½ to 27.
D) increased from 27 to 30.
Ans: C
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Infertility, Subfertility, and Assisted Reproductive Technology
Subject: Chapter 2
5. Men with diabetes are how much more likely to suffer from low testosterone than men without
diabetes?
A) Two times more likely
B) Three times more likely
C) Four times more likely
D) Five times more likely
Ans: A
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Common Health Conditions
Subject: Chapter 2
True/False
1. True or False? The preconception period is the time prior to or between pregnancies.
Ans: True
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Preconception Period
Subject: Chapter 2
2. True or False? Men play an important role in promoting a healthy pregnancy.
Ans: True
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Preconception Period
Subject: Chapter 2
,3. True or False? The four major hormones that are involved in the female menstrual cycle are
folic acid-stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinizing hormone (LH), estrogen, and testosterone.
Ans: False
Complexity: Difficult
Ahead: The Physiology of Reproduction
Subject: Chapter 2
4. True or False? Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) makes sperm in a process called
spermatogenesis.
Ans: True
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: The Physiology of Reproduction
Subject: Chapter 2
5. True or False? Endometriosis is a condition where the lining of the uterus, called the
endometrium, grows inside the uterine cavity.
Ans: False
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Common Health Conditions
Subject: Chapter 2
6. True or False? Women with a past or current eating disorder are more likely to report having
unplanned pregnancies.
Ans: True
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Common Health Conditions
Subject: Chapter 2
7. True or False? Women who are anemic during their first trimester of pregnancy have babies
that show more delays in development and behavioral and learning issues.
Ans: True
Complexity: Easy
, Ahead: Nutrition Recommendations During Preconception
Subject: Chapter 2
Fill-in-the-Blank
1. The uterus is the organ where a fetus develops; the upper part is called the _____________
and the lower part is the cervix.
Ans: corpus
Complexity: Difficult
Ahead: The Physiology of Reproduction
Subject: Chapter 2
2. Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) begin to produce male sex hormones, called
_____________.
Ans: androgens
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Common Health Conditions
Subject: Chapter 2
3. If a woman enters a pregnancy with hypertension, she is 17–25% more likely to experience
_____________ while she is pregnant.
Ans: preeclampsia
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Common Health Conditions
Subject: Chapter 2
