Question 1

When eating a high-fiber diet, one should

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A)   restrict fluid intake.
B)   not be concerned about consuming large amounts.
C)   avoid foods that are not whole grain.
D)   increase fluid intake.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 2

Viscous (soluble)  fibers

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A)   increase stool size significantly.
B)   are not readily fermented by intestinal bacteria.
C)   do not dissolve in water.
D)   can lower blood cholesterol.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 3

Which of the following is not a rich source of viscous (soluble)  fibers?

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A)   Fruits
B)   Oatmeal
C)   Whole wheat bread
D)   LegumesE) None of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 4

Glycogen is

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A)   a highly branched polysaccharide.
B)   stored in the absence of dietary carbohydrate.
C)   a straight chain of glucoses linked together.
D)   a hormone for blood glucose regulation.E) All of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 5

Starch is comprised of hundreds and perhaps thousands of which molecule?

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A)   Fructose
B)   Glycerol
C)   Glucose
D)   GalactoseE) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 6

Amylose is

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A)   a long, straight glucose chain.
B)   branched glucose chains.
C)   a long, straight fatty acid chain.
D)   branched amino acid chains.E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 7

Glucose also is known as

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A)   levulose.
B)   ribose.
C)   maltose.
D)   dextrose.E) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 8

The monosaccharides important in nutrition are

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A)   glucose, fructose, and lactose.
B)   fructose, glucose, and galactose.
C)   fructose, glucose, and maltose.
D)   sucrose, fructose, and glucose.E) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 9

Amylase is

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A)   an indigestible fiber.
B)   a branched chain of glucose units.
C)   an enzyme that digests starch.
D)   a straight chain of glucose units.E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 10

For which of the following is glucose most critical as an energy source?

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A)   Muscles
B)   Brain
C)   Liver
D)   HeartE) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 11

The major symptoms of lactose intolerance are

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A)   gas, abdominal pain, and distention.
B)   a rash, sneezing, and stuffy nose.
C)   a headache and chest pain.
D)   nausea and vomiting.E) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 12

Lactose intolerance is caused by

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A)   a milk allergy.
B)   lactase deficiency.
C)   milk bacteria.
D)   intestinal bacteria.E) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 13

A reasonable and recommended goal for daily dietary fiber intake is how many grams?

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A)   10 to 12
B)   15 to 30
C)   20 to 34
D)   25 to 38E) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 14

Which of the following is not a monosaccharide?

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A)   Galactose
B)   Fructose
C)   Lactose
D)   GlucoseE) None of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 15

The 2010 Dietary Guidelines recommend consuming ____________ servings of whole grain cereals per day.

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A)   1 to 2
B)   2 to 3
C)   4 to 6
D)   6 to 11E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 16

What is the major monosaccharide found in the body?

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A)   Glucose
B)   Fructose
C)   Galactose
D)   SucroseE) B) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 17

Which of the following foods would have the most fiber?

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A)   Kidney beans
B)   English muffins made with enriched flour
C)   Orange juice
D)   Corn flakesE) B) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 18

Which of the following hormones is released during stressful times to increase blood glucose levels, making more energy available for use?

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A)   Insulin
B)   Epinephrine
C)   Glycogen
D)   ProgesteroneE) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 19

What is the fate of disaccharides not digested in the small intestine?

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A)   They pass into the colon and are absorbed.
B)   They pass into the colon and are fermented by bacteria.
C)   They are absorbed and converted to glycogen.
D)   They are absorbed and converted to fat.E) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 20

The main function of glucose is to

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A)   serve as raw material to build tissue.
B)   work with enzymes to carry out chemical reactions.
C)   repair tissue.
D)   supply energy.E) C) and D)
F) B) and C)

Exam 4: Carbohydrates

Glucose also is known as

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The monosaccharides important in nutrition are

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The major symptoms of lactose intolerance are

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Glycogen is

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What is the fate of disaccharides not digested in the small intestine?

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Starch is comprised of hundreds and perhaps thousands of which molecule?

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A reasonable and recommended goal for daily dietary fiber intake is how many grams?

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The 2010 Dietary Guidelines recommend consuming ____________ servings of whole grain cereals per day.

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Amylase is

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Lactose intolerance is caused by

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Which of the following hormones is released during stressful times to increase blood glucose levels, making more energy available for use?

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For which of the following is glucose most critical as an energy source?

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Amylose is

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When eating a high-fiber diet, one should

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Which of the following foods would have the most fiber?

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Which of the following is not a rich source of viscous (soluble) fibers?

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Viscous (soluble) fibers

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What is the major monosaccharide found in the body?

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Which of the following is not a monosaccharide?

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The main function of glucose is to

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