Test Bank for Wardlaw's Perspectives in Nutrition (12th Edition) by Byrd-Bredbenner, Berning & Kelley – Complete Chapters 1–18 with Questions and Answers

Test Bank For Wardlaw's Perspectives In Nutrition (12th Edition)
By Byrd-Bredbenner, Berning & Kelley – Complete Chapters 1–18
With Questions And Answers




Perspectives In Nutrition, A Functional Approach, 12e (Byrd) Chapter
1 The Science Of Nutrition

1) The Science Of Food; The Nutrients And Substances Therein; And Their Action, Interaction, And
Balance In Relation To Health And Disease Is a Definition Of ________.
A) Life
B) Energy Metabolism
C) Nutrition
D) Food Science


Answer: C
Explanation: This Is The Definition Of Nutrition.
Difficulty: 1 Easy
Section: 01.01
Topic: Nutrition Basics
Learning Objective: 01.01 Define The Terms Nutrition, Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids (Fats And
Oils), Vitamins, Minerals, Water, And Calories.
Bloom's: Remember


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2) The Leading Cause Of Nutrition-Related Death In The United States Is ________.
A) Heart Disease
B) Homicide
C) Suicide
D) Diabetes


Answer: A
Explanation: Heart Disease Is The Leading Cause Of Death In Us.
Difficulty: 1 Easy
Section: 01.01
Topic: Demographic Trends And Statistics; Cardiovascular Disease
Learning Objective: 01.01 Define The Terms Nutrition, Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids (Fats And
Oils), Vitamins, Minerals, Water, And Calories.
Bloom's: Remember
Est Time: 0-1 Minute

3) Nutrients Causing Some Signs Of Poor Health When Consumed In Less Than Adequate Amounts
Are Called ________.
A) Essential Nutrients
B) Nonessential Nutrients
C) Nutritional Supplements
D) Trace Nutrients


Answer: A
Explanation: Some Signs Of Poor Health Will Eventually Occur Less-Than-Adequate Essential
Nutrient Consumption. Difficulty: 1 Easy
Section: 01.01

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,Topic: Nutrition Basics
Learning Objective: 01.01 Define The Terms Nutrition, Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids (Fats And
Oils), Vitamins, Minerals, Water, And Calories.
Bloom's: Remember
Est Time: 0-1 Minute


4) Energy-Yielding Nutrients Include ________.
A) Vitamins, Minerals, And Water
B) Carbohydrates, Proteins, And Fats
C) Trace Minerals And Fat-Soluble Vitamins
D) Iron, Vitamin C, And Potassium


Answer: B
Explanation: Carbohydrates, Proteins, And Fats Provide Energy/Calories.
Difficulty: 1 Easy
Section: 01.01
Topic: Nutrition Basics
Learning Objective: 01.01 Define The Terms Nutrition, Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids (Fats And
Oils), Vitamins, Minerals, Water, And Calories.
Bloom's: Remember
Est Time: 0-1 Minute


5) Sugars, Starches, And Dietary Fibers Are Examples Of ________.
A) Proteins
B) Vitamins
C) Carbohydrates
D) Minerals



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, Answer: C
Explanation: Sugars, Starches, And Dietary Fibers Are Types Of Carbohydrates.
Difficulty: 1 Easy
Section: 01.01
Topic: Nutrition Basics; Carbohydrates
Learning Objective: 01.01 Define The Terms Nutrition, Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids (Fats And
Oils), Vitamins, Minerals, Water, And Calories.
Bloom's: Remember
Est Time: 0-1 Minute
6) Which Of The Following Are Sources Of Carbohydrates?
A) Grains
B) Fruits
C) Vegetables
D) All Of These Are Sources Of Carbohydrates.


Answer: D
Explanation: Grains, Fruits And Vegetables All Contain Carbohydrates.
Difficulty: 1 Easy
Section: 01.01
Topic: Nutrition Basics; Carbohydrates
Learning Objective: 01.01 Define The Terms Nutrition, Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids (Fats And
Oils), Vitamins, Minerals, Water, And Calories.
Bloom's: Remember
Est Time: 0-1 Minute


7) Which Is Not a Complex Carbohydrate?
A) Glycogen
B) Glucose


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