Williams' Essentials of Nutrition and Diet Therapy – Gilbert (13th Edition, 2023) – Complete Test Bank, Chapters 1–25

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, d. regulate absorption.

ANSWER: A DIF: Medium REF: p. 7
MSC: Type of Question: Knowledge

12. Individual nutrients are characterized by their ability to:
a. work alone.
b. fulfill specific metabolic roles.
c. influence weight loss.
d. improve mental status.
ANSWER: B DIF: Medium REF: p. 7
MSC: Type of Question: Knowledge

13. The nutrient group that provides the primary source of energy for the body is:
a. carbohydrates.
b. fats.
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c. proteins.
d. vitamins.
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ANSWER: A DIF: Medium REF: p. 7
MSC: Type of Question: Knowledge

14. The primary function of carbohydrates as a food source is to:
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a. regulate metabolic processes.
b. build body tissue.
c. supply energy.
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d. provide bulk.
ANSWER: C DIF: Easy REF: p. 7
MSC: Type of Question: Knowledge

15. The main body storage form of carbohydrates is:
a. glycogen.
D

b. starch.
c. fat.
d. glucose.
O

ANSWER: A DIF: Medium REF: p. 7
MSC: Type of Question: Knowledge

16. The number of kilocalories (kcalories or kcal) provided by a food that contains 30 g of
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carbohydrate is:
a. 90.
b. 120.
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c. 180.
d. 270.
ANSWER: B
Carbohydrate contains 4 kcal per gram; therefore, 30 g carbohydrate contains 30 4 = 120
kcal.

DIF: Medium REF: p. 7 MSC: Type of Question: Application