Chapter 11 Quiz

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The over-the-counter version of the drug orlistat, marketed as Alli, has a number of unpleasant side effects but works to promote weight loss by A.increasing water loss. B.increasing resting metabolic rate. C.suppressing appetite. D.inhibiting the digestion of fat.
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D
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A person with a body weight that is 15% higher than recommended is considered A. overweight B. morbidly obese. C. obese D.normal weight.
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A
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Which of the following waist measurements indicates an increased health risk? A.38 inches in a male B.33 inches in a female C.38 inches in a female D.33 inches in a male
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C
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A person's exercise metabolic rate (EMR) will increase if he or she A.decreases the time spent exercising. B.decreases the activity level from moderate to light. C.performs light daily activities instead of structured exercise routines. D.increases the activity level from light to moderate.
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D
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A 20-year-old female with a BMI of 34 would be categorized as A.morbidly obese. B.healthy. C.athletic. D.obese.
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D
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Cassie is morbidly obese, and is now following a medically supervised diet on which she consumes 500 calories a day in the form of a powdered supplement. What kind of diet is Cassie following? A.low-carbohydrate diet B. fasting C.very-low-calorie diet D.yo-yo diet
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C
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An individual whose BMI is 42 would be classified as A.overweight. B.obese. C.super obese. D. morbidly obese.
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D
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Which theory holds that our bodies fight to maintain our weight within a particular narrow range? A.adaptive thermogenesis theory B.thrifty gene theory C.set point theory D.hormone adjustment theory
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C
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A good way to control portion sizes when you eat out is to A.choose a buffet style restaurant. B.eat restaurant leftovers several times a week. C.chew slowly, talk to friends, and put down your fork between bites. D.order the largest portion available so you won't be hungry later.
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C
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When eating a very-low-calorie diet for prolonged periods, the body may begin to obtain fuel from A. protein in lean body tissue. B.minerals stored in bone. C.fluid reabsorption by the kidneys. D.glycogen stored in the brain.
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A
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All of the following are scientific methods for determining body composition EXCEPT A. bioelectrical impedance analysis. B.hydrostatic measures. C.height and weight tables D.skinfold measures.
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C
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Which of the following is FALSE about weight management? A.Careful attention to portions is a key factor in sustained weight loss. B.Review studies suggest that use of diet pills is typically followed by weight regain. C.Short-term diets are as effective as long-term behavior modification. D. Very low-calorie diets often result in regained weight.
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C
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The minimum amount of energy the body uses to maintain vital functions is known as the A.basal metabolic rate. B.energy balance. C.resting metabolic rate. D.metabolic balance.
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A
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A measurement based on the relationship between a person's height and weight that is highly correlated to the amount of body fat is the A.body composition index B.body fat index. C.obesity index. D. body mass index.
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D
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Gastric bypass A.is a restrictive and malabsorption surgery. B.is one of the least common types of weight-loss surgery. C.results in gradual loss of modest amounts of weight over several years' time D.is an elimination surgery.
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A
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Which of the following is an FDA-approved prescription weight loss drug? A. Contrave B. hoodia C. Alli D.St. John's wort
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A
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Allen has just eaten a large meal and pushes his plate away, unable to eat any more. He is experiencing A. satiety B. appetite C. hunger D.adaptive thermogenesis.
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A
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Over the last twenty years, the Americans' calorie intake has increased. This is due in part to A.increased availability of extremely large serving sizes of foods. B.increased consumption of fat C. increased consumption of organic food. D.the increase in genetically modified foods
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A
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The method of body composition measurement that sends a small current through the body to measure the resistance based on percentage of body water is A.dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry. B.electrical conductivity test. C.soft tissue roentgenogram D.bioelectrical impedance analysis.
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D
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Problems associated with severe caloric restriction include all of the following EXCEPT A. increased tolerance for cold. B.fatigue. C.it does not teach the individual healthy eating. D.blood sugar imbalance.
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A
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Benefits of weight-loss surgery include the potential to reverse A.malabsorption syndrome. B. infections C.type 2 diabetes. D.dumping syndrome
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C
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When a clinician measures a person's body fat by using x-rays to differentiate between bone, lean, and fat tissue, the process being used is the A.DXA method. B.BIA method. C.hydrostatic method. D.skinfold method.
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A
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Liposuction is used to A. spot reduce or contour body shape. B.restrict the calories absorbed by the body. C.decrease levels of leptin. D.reroute the passage of food through the body.
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A
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One problem with the BMI measurement is that it A.requires the use of special laboratory equipment. B.takes too long to calculate C.cannot be used for children. D.does not account for varying levels of muscle mass.
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D
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A 26-year-old male would be considered obese if he A. has a body mass index of 30 or higher. B.is 10 percent heavier than his ideal weight. C.has a body mass index of 22-24. D.has a body fat percentage of 20 percent
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A
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Which of the following populations in the United States has the highest prevalence of overweight or obesity? A.non-Hispanic white women B.non-Hispanic black men C.Asian American men D.non-Hispanic black women
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D
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Aaron is trying to lose weight but he still wants a beverage while he is studying. A good choice might be A.a glass of cranberry juice cocktail. B.an energy drink. C. a cup of low-sodium broth. D.a glass of wine.
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C
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River has been on and off four different diets in the past year, losing and then regaining weight. She now weighs more than she did when she began dieting a year ago. River is engaging in A.compulsively dieting. B.set-point dieting. C.feast-fast dieting. D. yo-yo dieting
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D
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Over-the-counter weight loss aids and supplements typically contain A. vitamins B. antidepressants C. diuretics D. narcotics
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C
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The surge in obesity rates around the world has become known as A. globesity B.the obesogenic world syndrome. C.third-world obesity. D.global overnourishment.
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A
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What percentage of adult Americans engage in aerobic physical activity that meets the national guidelines? A.about 25 percent B.about 40 percent C.fewer than 15 percent D. just over 50 percent.
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D
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To lose weight and reduce her risk for high blood pressure, Ingrid has been following an eating plan that has been rated the number-one best overall diet. It emphasizes intake of fruits and vegetables, lean protein, whole grains, and low-fat dairy. Ingrid is most likely following A.the DASH Diet B.the Atkins 40 Diet. C.a high-protein, low-carb diet. D.a vegan diet.
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A
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When a clinician measures a person's body fat by pinching folds of skin at various locations on the body, the process being used is the A.BIA method. B.hydrostatic method. C.DXA method. D.skinfold method.
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D
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John underwent a body composition test that involved being submerged to compare his underwater weight with land weight to determine his level of body fat. This method of assessment is known as a A. hydrostatic weighing. B.bioelectrical impedance analysis. C.skinfold measure. D.Bod Pod test.
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A
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The high rate of overweight and obesity among Americans is due to A. biology, environment, and lifestyle. B.basal metabolism and an obesogenic environment C.increased inheritance of the FTO gene. D. increased income inequality.
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A
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Glenna is trying to determine her healthy weight. She should assess A.how her weight compares to that of her friends. B.how often her weight fluctuates up and down and in what increments C. how her clothes fit. D.her percentage of body fat and how her weight is distributed
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D
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The measure of energy expended while a person is engaged in sedentary activities, such as sitting on a sofa or digesting food, is the A.exercise metabolic rate. B.basal metabolic rate. C.calorie intake. D. resting metabolic rate.
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D
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Which theory holds that some people have a genetic disposition toward fat storage and retaining weight? A.set point theory B.hormone adjustment theory C.thrifty gene theory D.adaptive thermogenesis theory
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C
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One dangerous consequence of very-low-calorie diets is that they increase the individual's risk for a condition in which the blood levels become acidic. This is known as A. anemia B. hypertension C. ketoacidosis D. stenosis
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C
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An average adult has A.25 to 35 million fat cells. B.250 to 350 million fat cells. C.250 to 350 billion fat cells. D.25 to 35 billion fat cells.
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D
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Sharon is a gymnast. A personal trainer cautioned her that her extremely low body fat might cause health problems, including an increased risk of A.excessively heavy menstrual periods. B.bone fractures. C.sleep apnea. D.osteoarthritis.
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B
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The body naturally experiences an increased metabolic rate A.during pregnancy. B.during sleep. C.as we age D.when we adopt a reduced-calorie diet.
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A
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A condition in which a person has an excessive number of fat cells is A. dysplastic obesity. B.anaplastic obesity. C. hyperglycemia D.hyperplastic obesity.
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D
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Middle-age weight gain is attributed to all of the following factors EXCEPT A.slower BMR. B.age-related muscle loss. C.less physical activity D.age-related appetite increase.
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D
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Which of the following people would be most likely to notice the effects of an age-related decline in metabolic rate? A.20-year-old student B. 30-year-old pregnant woman C.20-year-old truck driver D.30-year-old computer programmer
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D
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When an individual's body increases its metabolic rate to compensate for an increased food intake, this is the process known as A.digestion B.adaptive thermogenesis. C.ketogenesis D.enhanced metabolism.
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B
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Foods consumed to meet emotional needs or reduce emotional insecurities are called A.convenience foods. B.social foods. C.junk foods. D. comfort foods.
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D
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Which environmental factor encourages us to increase our food consumption? A.increasing use of texting for cell phone communication B.increasing number of regulations that apply to food labeling C.easy access to high-calorie foods in stores and restaurants D.social encouragement to work out and be active
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C
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The process that occurs when fat cells swell and enlarge is A. hypertrophy B. hyperthyroidism C. dystrophy D. hyperbole
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A
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Theodore's BMI is 18.0. Theodore is A.obese. B.normal weight. C.underweight. D.overweight.
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C
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Keith is having a complete fitness evaluation done at a health center. One of the measurements being taken is how much energy he expends while jogging on a treadmill, which is his A.resting metabolic rate. B. calorie intake. C.exercise metabolic rate. D.basal metabolic rate.
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C
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Which of the following is TRUE with respect to genetics and obesity? A.Certain genes might influence obesity by altering regulation of a hormone called ghrelin. B.People with a spendthrift metabolism are at increased risk for obesity. C.A healthy lifestyle cannot override obesity genes. D.In non-obese people, the FTO gene serves as an adipostat that signals satiety.
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A
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Emotions or situations that cause a person to make unhealthy eating choices are A. triggers B. pressures C. behaviors D. feelings
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A
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What percentage of adult Americans are obese? A.more than 40 percent B.more than 20 percent but less than 30 percent C.more than 10 percent but less than 20 percent D.more than 30 percent but less than 40 percent
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D