Question 1

Match each of the following terms with its definition.
-Lower-body obesity

Accepted Answer

A)  Measurement of the amount of heat produced by a subject enclosed within a small chamber
B)  Also known as a protein-sparing modified fast; calories generally are consumed in liquid form
C)  Minimal energy the body requires to support itself when resting, awake, and in a fasted state
D)  Also called gynoid obesity; a pattern of body fat distribution in which estrogen and progesterone encourage body fat storage in the buttocks and thighs
E)  A condition characterized by a body mass index below 18.5F) A component of body composition, calculated by subtracting body fat weight from total body weightG) A condition characterized by excess body fatH) Method of measuring a body's energy use by measuring its oxygen uptake and then using formulas to convert that gas exchange into energy useI) Metabolism that characteristically conserves more energy than normal, and eventually increases the risk of weight gain and obesityJ) Also called android obesity; a pattern of body fat distribution associated with a higher risk of heart disease, hypertension, and diabetesK) A) and B)
L) B) and I)

Question 2

Which of the following is true about fat?

Accepted Answer

A)   It has a high thermic effect.
B)   It is less calorie-dense than carbohydrates or proteins.
C)   It is a concentrated source of calories.
D)   It is better to eliminate proteins and carbohydrates, rather than fat, when cutting calories.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 3

Match each of the following terms with its definition.
-Underweight

Accepted Answer

A)  Measurement of the amount of heat produced by a subject enclosed within a small chamber
B)  Also known as a protein-sparing modified fast; calories generally are consumed in liquid form
C)  Minimal energy the body requires to support itself when resting, awake, and in a fasted state
D)  Also called gynoid obesity; a pattern of body fat distribution in which estrogen and progesterone encourage body fat storage in the buttocks and thighs
E)  A condition characterized by a body mass index below 18.5F) A component of body composition, calculated by subtracting body fat weight from total body weightG) A condition characterized by excess body fatH) Method of measuring a body's energy use by measuring its oxygen uptake and then using formulas to convert that gas exchange into energy useI) Metabolism that characteristically conserves more energy than normal, and eventually increases the risk of weight gain and obesityJ) Also called android obesity; a pattern of body fat distribution associated with a higher risk of heart disease, hypertension, and diabetesK) A) and C)
L) D) and J)

Question 4

The key to weight loss and maintenance can be thought of as a triad, which consists of three interrelated components. Which of the following is not a component of the weight loss triad?

Accepted Answer

A)   Drinking sugar-free beverages
B)   Use of weight-loss supplements
C)   Performing regular physical activity
D)   Controlling calorie intakeE) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 5

Peg's parents are both obese. She has dieted at least six times, each time losing a considerable amount of weight and subsequently regaining it. Peg does not exercise. Which of the following is true about Peg's situation?

Accepted Answer

A)   Her frequent yo-yo dieting have likely led to greater amounts of lean body mass.
B)   Her problem is genetic and there is no reason for her to attempt to lose weight.
C)   When she ends a diet, she likely regains additional body fat.
D)   Her problem results from poor habits, but genetics will prevent her from ever losing weight.E) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 6

Which of the following statements about popular diets is not true?

Accepted Answer

A)   They promote quick weight loss that ends up being primarily water and lean muscle mass.
B)   They help people make permanent changes in eating habits and behaviors.
C)   They often recommend expensive supplements or meals.
D)   They often use personal testimonials from famous people to promote their product.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 7

Which of the following does not contribute to total energy expenditure?

Accepted Answer

A)   Basal metabolic rate
B)   Thermic effect of food
C)   Energy content of food
D)   Adaptive thermogenesisE) C) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 8

Match each of the following terms with its definition.
-Contingency management

Accepted Answer

A)  Breaking the link between two or more behaviors that encourage overeating, such as snacking while watching television
B)  Altering the environment to minimize the stimuli for eating, such as removing foods from sight
C)  Tracking foods eaten and conditions affecting eating
D)  Changing one's frame of mind regarding eating, such as instead of overeating after a difficult day, try substituting other pleasures for rewards, such as a walk with a friend
E)  Forming a plan of action to respond to a situation in which overeating is likely, such as when snacks are within arm's reach at a partyF) A) and B)
G) None of the above

Question 9

Match each of the following terms with its definition.
-Thrifty metabolism

Accepted Answer

A)  Measurement of the amount of heat produced by a subject enclosed within a small chamber
B)  Also known as a protein-sparing modified fast; calories generally are consumed in liquid form
C)  Minimal energy the body requires to support itself when resting, awake, and in a fasted state
D)  Also called gynoid obesity; a pattern of body fat distribution in which estrogen and progesterone encourage body fat storage in the buttocks and thighs
E)  A condition characterized by a body mass index below 18.5F) A component of body composition, calculated by subtracting body fat weight from total body weightG) A condition characterized by excess body fatH) Method of measuring a body's energy use by measuring its oxygen uptake and then using formulas to convert that gas exchange into energy useI) Metabolism that characteristically conserves more energy than normal, and eventually increases the risk of weight gain and obesityJ) Also called android obesity; a pattern of body fat distribution associated with a higher risk of heart disease, hypertension, and diabetesK) B) and D)
L) A) and G)

Question 10

Mary wishes to lose 5 pounds before her vacation in approximately 5 weeks. Her average consumption is 2100 kcal per day. Assuming her physical activity levels remain unchanged, she should reduce her energy intake to ________ kcal per day.

Accepted Answer

A)   1800 to 1900
B)   1600 to 1700
C)   1400 to 1500
D)   1200 to 1300E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 11

Which of the following is true about the use of diet pills for weight reduction?

Accepted Answer

A)   Diet pills do not lead to long-term changes in weight and tend to have side effects.
B)   Orlistat (Xenical®, Alli®)  increases the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins.
C)   Candidates for medications to treat obesity include those with a BMI ≥ 25 or BMI ≥ 20 with at least one weight-related health condition.
D)   Very-low-calorie diets, combined with anti-obesity drugs, are recommended for optimal weight loss.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 12

For a woman who is 1.63 meters tall and weighs 72 kilograms, the body mass index would equal

Accepted Answer

A)   18.
B)   23.
C)   27.
D)   32.E) C) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 13

A ________ is usually a more accurate tool for estimating the number of calories you burn during a workout than internal calorie estimators on cardio machines.

Accepted Answer

A)   bathroom scale
B)   body fat monitor
C)   step counter
D)   heart rate monitorE) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 14

An example of a bariatric surgical procedure used for treating severely or morbidly obese individuals is called

Accepted Answer

A)   gastric bypass.
B)   intestinal resection.
C)   laparoscopic liposuction.
D)   colonoscopy.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 15

Match each of the following terms with its definition.
-Basal metabolism

Accepted Answer

A)  Measurement of the amount of heat produced by a subject enclosed within a small chamber
B)  Also known as a protein-sparing modified fast; calories generally are consumed in liquid form
C)  Minimal energy the body requires to support itself when resting, awake, and in a fasted state
D)  Also called gynoid obesity; a pattern of body fat distribution in which estrogen and progesterone encourage body fat storage in the buttocks and thighs
E)  A condition characterized by a body mass index below 18.5F) A component of body composition, calculated by subtracting body fat weight from total body weightG) A condition characterized by excess body fatH) Method of measuring a body's energy use by measuring its oxygen uptake and then using formulas to convert that gas exchange into energy useI) Metabolism that characteristically conserves more energy than normal, and eventually increases the risk of weight gain and obesityJ) Also called android obesity; a pattern of body fat distribution associated with a higher risk of heart disease, hypertension, and diabetesK) A) and E)
L) D) and G)

Question 16

The best way to treat an underweight person is to advise him or her to

Accepted Answer

A)   eat high-fat foods such as heavy cream, cheeses, ice cream, and ground beef.
B)   stop exercising.
C)   eat energy-dense foods higher in plant fats like nuts and seeds.
D)   eat high-calorie foods at the beginning of each meal.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 17

Ethan is a middle-aged man. His waist circumference measurement of 45 inches places him at a ________ risk for chronic, obesity-related diseases.

Accepted Answer

A)   high
B)   lowC) A) and B)
D) undefined

Question 18

When attempting to use body fat percentage to define obesity, body fat above ________ for women results in an obesity diagnosis.

Accepted Answer

A)   25%
B)   20%
C)   30%
D)   35%E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 19

Of the most common methods of estimating percent body fat, which is the most accurate?

Accepted Answer

A)   Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry
B)   Skinfold measures
C)   Air displacement plethysmography
D)   Bioelectrical impedanceE) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 20

Match each of the following terms with its definition.
-Chain-breaking

Accepted Answer

A)  Breaking the link between two or more behaviors that encourage overeating, such as snacking while watching television
B)  Altering the environment to minimize the stimuli for eating, such as removing foods from sight
C)  Tracking foods eaten and conditions affecting eating
D)  Changing one's frame of mind regarding eating, such as instead of overeating after a difficult day, try substituting other pleasures for rewards, such as a walk with a friend
E)  Forming a plan of action to respond to a situation in which overeating is likely, such as when snacks are within arm's reach at a partyF) A) and E)
G) D) and E)

Exam 7: Energy Balance and Weight Control

A ________ is usually a more accurate tool for estimating the number of calories you burn during a workout than internal calorie estimators on cardio machines.

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Match each of the following terms with its definition. -Chain-breaking

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Which of the following statements about popular diets is not true?

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An example of a bariatric surgical procedure used for treating severely or morbidly obese individuals is called

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Which of the following is true about the use of diet pills for weight reduction?

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Mary wishes to lose 5 pounds before her vacation in approximately 5 weeks. Her average consumption is 2100 kcal per day. Assuming her physical activity levels remain unchanged, she should reduce her energy intake to ________ kcal per day.

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Which of the following is true about fat?

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Match each of the following terms with its definition. -Underweight

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Of the most common methods of estimating percent body fat, which is the most accurate?

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The best way to treat an underweight person is to advise him or her to

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When attempting to use body fat percentage to define obesity, body fat above ________ for women results in an obesity diagnosis.

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Match each of the following terms with its definition. -Basal metabolism

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Peg's parents are both obese. She has dieted at least six times, each time losing a considerable amount of weight and subsequently regaining it. Peg does not exercise. Which of the following is true about Peg's situation?

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The key to weight loss and maintenance can be thought of as a triad, which consists of three interrelated components. Which of the following is not a component of the weight loss triad?

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Match each of the following terms with its definition. -Lower-body obesity

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Ethan is a middle-aged man. His waist circumference measurement of 45 inches places him at a ________ risk for chronic, obesity-related diseases.

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Which of the following does not contribute to total energy expenditure?

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Match each of the following terms with its definition. -Contingency management

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For a woman who is 1.63 meters tall and weighs 72 kilograms, the body mass index would equal

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Match each of the following terms with its definition. -Thrifty metabolism

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