NUR1172 – Principles of Nutrition
Exam 1 Quiz Bank | Rated A | Verified
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College 2025/2026 Update
1. The body’s preferred energy source is Answer: Carbohydrates Rationale: Brain and
muscles run best on glucose; 4 kcal/g and fast-acting.
2. One gram of fat provides Answer: 9 kcal Rationale: Most concentrated energy source.
3. One gram of protein provides Answer: 4 kcal Rationale: Same as carbs but used mainly
for building/repair.
4. One gram of alcohol provides Answer: 7 kcal Rationale: Empty calories—no vitamins or
minerals.
5. AMDR for carbohydrates Answer: 45–65% of total calories Rationale: Keeps glycogen
stores full and blood sugar stable.
6. AMDR for protein Answer: 10–35% of total calories Rationale: Wide range; most
people need only the lower end.
7. AMDR for fat Answer: 20–35% of total calories Rationale: Needed for hormones and
fat-soluble vitamins.
8. Daily Values on labels are based on a ___ calorie diet Answer: 2,000 kcal Rationale:
Standard reference for everyone.
9. The main function of carbohydrates is Answer: Energy Rationale: Primary fuel for brain
and working muscles.
10. Simple sugars are digested Answer: Quickly Rationale: Rapid rise in blood glucose.
11. Complex carbs include Answer: Starches and fiber Rationale: Slower digestion =
steadier energy.
12. Recommended fiber intake for women under 50 Answer: 25 g/day Rationale: Lowers
cholesterol and prevents constipation.
13. Recommended fiber intake for men under 50 Answer: 38 g/day Rationale: Men need
more because they eat more calories.
14. Soluble fiber lowers Answer: Blood cholesterol and blood sugar Rationale: Binds bile
acids and slows glucose absorption.
15. Insoluble fiber prevents Answer: Constipation and diverticulosis Rationale: Adds bulk
and speeds movement through colon.
16. Most digestion and absorption happens in the Answer: Small intestine Rationale: Huge
surface area from villi and microvilli.
17. Primary job of the large intestine Answer: Absorb water and electrolytes Rationale:
Turns liquid chyme into solid stool.
18. Hormone that raises blood glucose Answer: Glucagon Rationale: Tells liver to release
stored glucose.
Exam 1 Quiz Bank | Rated A | Verified
Questions and Answers | Rasmussen
College 2025/2026 Update
1. The body’s preferred energy source is Answer: Carbohydrates Rationale: Brain and
muscles run best on glucose; 4 kcal/g and fast-acting.
2. One gram of fat provides Answer: 9 kcal Rationale: Most concentrated energy source.
3. One gram of protein provides Answer: 4 kcal Rationale: Same as carbs but used mainly
for building/repair.
4. One gram of alcohol provides Answer: 7 kcal Rationale: Empty calories—no vitamins or
minerals.
5. AMDR for carbohydrates Answer: 45–65% of total calories Rationale: Keeps glycogen
stores full and blood sugar stable.
6. AMDR for protein Answer: 10–35% of total calories Rationale: Wide range; most
people need only the lower end.
7. AMDR for fat Answer: 20–35% of total calories Rationale: Needed for hormones and
fat-soluble vitamins.
8. Daily Values on labels are based on a ___ calorie diet Answer: 2,000 kcal Rationale:
Standard reference for everyone.
9. The main function of carbohydrates is Answer: Energy Rationale: Primary fuel for brain
and working muscles.
10. Simple sugars are digested Answer: Quickly Rationale: Rapid rise in blood glucose.
11. Complex carbs include Answer: Starches and fiber Rationale: Slower digestion =
steadier energy.
12. Recommended fiber intake for women under 50 Answer: 25 g/day Rationale: Lowers
cholesterol and prevents constipation.
13. Recommended fiber intake for men under 50 Answer: 38 g/day Rationale: Men need
more because they eat more calories.
14. Soluble fiber lowers Answer: Blood cholesterol and blood sugar Rationale: Binds bile
acids and slows glucose absorption.
15. Insoluble fiber prevents Answer: Constipation and diverticulosis Rationale: Adds bulk
and speeds movement through colon.
16. Most digestion and absorption happens in the Answer: Small intestine Rationale: Huge
surface area from villi and microvilli.
17. Primary job of the large intestine Answer: Absorb water and electrolytes Rationale:
Turns liquid chyme into solid stool.
18. Hormone that raises blood glucose Answer: Glucagon Rationale: Tells liver to release
stored glucose.
