NASM CNC PRACTICE EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS
A scientist proposes that sugar is inherently fattening, independent of its calorie content.
If that proposal is true, then what would mean that high sugar diets should increase fat
gain independent of their calorie content. What term describes this potential
consequences? - ANSWER-Prediction
Scientists find that a protein supplement increases lean mass in the elderly. However,
they caution that the results may not apply to other populations, like younger people.
What term best describes what the scientists are referring to? - ANSWER-External
validity
Which observational study design allows scientists to hypothesize a potential casual
association? - ANSWER-Cohort study
Scientists take 5000 people and have them fill out questionnaires on their daily intake.
They then compare cancer rates between the people with high intakes and low intakes.
What type of study is this? - ANSWER-Observational
For an individual engaged in light aerobic exercise 2-3 days per week, what would be
the most optimal protein prescription? - ANSWER-1.4 g/kg body weight
Is it ever okay for a sedentary person to eat a high protein diet? - ANSWER-Yes, there
is usually no issue with a sedentary person consuming a diet high in protein up to 2.2
g/kg body weight.
Which of the following combine to make maltose? - ANSWER-Glucose and glucose
What is the vein that transports blood from the spleen, stomach, pancreas, and the
intestinal tract to the liver? - ANSWER-Hepatic portal vein
What is the function of a micelle? - ANSWER-Facilitation of the absorption of
monoglycerides, free fatty acids, and fat-soluble vitamins.
Ethanol is ultimately metabolized to produce ATP and what other substances? -
ANSWER-Carbon dioxide and water
What is the maximum recommended daily intake of mercury? - ANSWER-2 ug/kg
What is the normal range of calcium in the blood? - ANSWER-8.4-9.5 mg/dl
QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS
A scientist proposes that sugar is inherently fattening, independent of its calorie content.
If that proposal is true, then what would mean that high sugar diets should increase fat
gain independent of their calorie content. What term describes this potential
consequences? - ANSWER-Prediction
Scientists find that a protein supplement increases lean mass in the elderly. However,
they caution that the results may not apply to other populations, like younger people.
What term best describes what the scientists are referring to? - ANSWER-External
validity
Which observational study design allows scientists to hypothesize a potential casual
association? - ANSWER-Cohort study
Scientists take 5000 people and have them fill out questionnaires on their daily intake.
They then compare cancer rates between the people with high intakes and low intakes.
What type of study is this? - ANSWER-Observational
For an individual engaged in light aerobic exercise 2-3 days per week, what would be
the most optimal protein prescription? - ANSWER-1.4 g/kg body weight
Is it ever okay for a sedentary person to eat a high protein diet? - ANSWER-Yes, there
is usually no issue with a sedentary person consuming a diet high in protein up to 2.2
g/kg body weight.
Which of the following combine to make maltose? - ANSWER-Glucose and glucose
What is the vein that transports blood from the spleen, stomach, pancreas, and the
intestinal tract to the liver? - ANSWER-Hepatic portal vein
What is the function of a micelle? - ANSWER-Facilitation of the absorption of
monoglycerides, free fatty acids, and fat-soluble vitamins.
Ethanol is ultimately metabolized to produce ATP and what other substances? -
ANSWER-Carbon dioxide and water
What is the maximum recommended daily intake of mercury? - ANSWER-2 ug/kg
What is the normal range of calcium in the blood? - ANSWER-8.4-9.5 mg/dl
