WGU c787 nutrition Exam 2026
Questions and Answers
Vitamin A deficiency causes - Correct answer-spots in the eyeball, dry eyes,
inability to see dim light, frequent infections
Vitamin C deficiency causes - Correct answer-scurvy, bruising, bleeding gums,
weakness, fatigue, rash
Vitamin D deficiency causes - Correct answer-rickets, bone and hair loss, muscle
pain and weakness
Iron deficiency causes - Correct answer-anemia, dizziness, lightheaded,
palpitations, pallor
Iodine deficiency causes - Correct answer-enlarged thyroid, constipation, difficulty
thinking and understanding, fatigue, sensitivity to cold, or slow growth.
RDA - Correct answer-Recommended Daily Allowances
DRI - Correct answer-Dietary Reference Intakes
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,In the mid 1990's, the DRIs replaced the - Correct answer-Recommended Dietary
Allowance (RDA) in the United States.
The DRIs are - Correct answer-a set of several reference values that include values
related to both adequate intakes and upper levels of intakes.
Being physically active is - Correct answer-one of the most important actions that
people of all ages can take to improve their health.
Physical activity fosters - Correct answer-normal growth and development and can
make people feel better, function better, sleep better, and reduce the risk of many
chronic diseases.
Physical Activity Guidelines for Preschool Age Children - Correct answer-
physically active throughout the day to enhance growth and development.
Physical Activity Guidelines for Children and Adolescents - Correct answer-60
minutes or more of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity daily
Physical Activity Guidelines for Adults - Correct answer-at least 2.5 to 5 hours a
week of moderate-intensity and also weight training 2 or more days a week, as
these activities provide additional health benefits.
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, Physical Activity Guidelines for Older adults - Correct answer-multicomponent
physical activity that includes balance training as well as aerobic and muscle-
strengthening activities.
USDA Recommended Limits added sugars to - Correct answer-<10% day
USDA Recommended Limits saturated fats to - Correct answer-< 10% day
USDA Recommended Limits sodium to - Correct answer-< 2300 mg
USDA Recommended Limits alcohol to - Correct answer-1 drink per day for
women, 2 for men.
What are the three components of the Dietary Reference Intake (DRI) - Correct
answer-RDA (Recommended Dietary Allowance), AI (Adequate Intake), UL
(Tolerable Upper Intake Level)
Tolerable Upper Intake Level - Correct answer-is the highest level of dietary
nutrient intake to pose no risk of health effects.
EAR (Estimated Average Requirements) guide - Correct answer-community
population recommendations. Used in more statistical situations.
What is the DASH diet and what level of sodium has been shown to reduce high
blood pressure - Correct answer-1,500 milligrams (mg) sodium lowers blood
pressure even further than 2,300 mg sodium daily.
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Questions and Answers
Vitamin A deficiency causes - Correct answer-spots in the eyeball, dry eyes,
inability to see dim light, frequent infections
Vitamin C deficiency causes - Correct answer-scurvy, bruising, bleeding gums,
weakness, fatigue, rash
Vitamin D deficiency causes - Correct answer-rickets, bone and hair loss, muscle
pain and weakness
Iron deficiency causes - Correct answer-anemia, dizziness, lightheaded,
palpitations, pallor
Iodine deficiency causes - Correct answer-enlarged thyroid, constipation, difficulty
thinking and understanding, fatigue, sensitivity to cold, or slow growth.
RDA - Correct answer-Recommended Daily Allowances
DRI - Correct answer-Dietary Reference Intakes
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,In the mid 1990's, the DRIs replaced the - Correct answer-Recommended Dietary
Allowance (RDA) in the United States.
The DRIs are - Correct answer-a set of several reference values that include values
related to both adequate intakes and upper levels of intakes.
Being physically active is - Correct answer-one of the most important actions that
people of all ages can take to improve their health.
Physical activity fosters - Correct answer-normal growth and development and can
make people feel better, function better, sleep better, and reduce the risk of many
chronic diseases.
Physical Activity Guidelines for Preschool Age Children - Correct answer-
physically active throughout the day to enhance growth and development.
Physical Activity Guidelines for Children and Adolescents - Correct answer-60
minutes or more of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity daily
Physical Activity Guidelines for Adults - Correct answer-at least 2.5 to 5 hours a
week of moderate-intensity and also weight training 2 or more days a week, as
these activities provide additional health benefits.
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, Physical Activity Guidelines for Older adults - Correct answer-multicomponent
physical activity that includes balance training as well as aerobic and muscle-
strengthening activities.
USDA Recommended Limits added sugars to - Correct answer-<10% day
USDA Recommended Limits saturated fats to - Correct answer-< 10% day
USDA Recommended Limits sodium to - Correct answer-< 2300 mg
USDA Recommended Limits alcohol to - Correct answer-1 drink per day for
women, 2 for men.
What are the three components of the Dietary Reference Intake (DRI) - Correct
answer-RDA (Recommended Dietary Allowance), AI (Adequate Intake), UL
(Tolerable Upper Intake Level)
Tolerable Upper Intake Level - Correct answer-is the highest level of dietary
nutrient intake to pose no risk of health effects.
EAR (Estimated Average Requirements) guide - Correct answer-community
population recommendations. Used in more statistical situations.
What is the DASH diet and what level of sodium has been shown to reduce high
blood pressure - Correct answer-1,500 milligrams (mg) sodium lowers blood
pressure even further than 2,300 mg sodium daily.
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