Question 1

By varying food choices among and within food groups in the USDA Food Patterns, you will help to ensure adequate nutrient intakes and protect against large amounts of toxins or contaminants from any one food.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

All of the following are true regarding the discretionary calorie allowance except:

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A)   it may be spent on nutrient-dense foods.
B)   it is the amount of additional calories needed for nutritional adequacy.
C)   it is a useful concept for those trying to limit calorie intakes.
D)   it may be spent on added sugars.E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 3

Based on the USDA MyPlate, at least _____ of the plate should be occupied by fruits and vegetables at each meal.

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A)   1/3
B)   1/4
C)   1/2
D)   2/3E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 4

The percentages of the Daily Values on food packages are given in terms of a person requiring _____ calories each day.

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A)   2,000
B)   2,500
C)   3,000
D)   3,500E) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 5

All of the following are characteristics of exchange systems except:

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A)   they pay special attention to calories.
B)   they give a sense of which foods are similar to each other.
C)   they sort foods by their carbohydrate contents only.
D)   they highlight the fact that most foods provide more than just one energy nutrient.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 6

Characteristics of food groups plans include all of the following except:

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A)   they sort foods into groups based on nutrient content.
B)   they specify that people should eat a certain minimum number of servings from each group.
C)   the USDA Food Patterns are an example.
D)   they organize foods with respect to their nutrient contents and calorie amounts.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 7

Users of the exchange list system can make an informed approximation of the energy-yielding nutrients and calories in almost any food they might encounter.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

One of the best sources of lycopene is:

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A)   tomatoes.
B)   soy products.
C)   garlic.
D)   flaxseed.E) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 9

On average, one should try to get 100% of the DRI for every nutrient to ensure an adequate intake over time.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which vegetable subgroup of the USDA Food Patterns is not correctly matched with its target nutrient(s) ?

Accepted Answer

A)   red and orange vegetables - vitamin D
B)   starchy vegetables - carbohydrate
C)   dark green vegetables - folate
D)   legumes - iron and proteinE) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 11

Which of the following foods is exempt from listing ingredients on the label?

Accepted Answer

A)   mayonnaise
B)   salad dressing
C)   ice cream
D)   none of the aboveE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 12

When referring to the DRI recommended intakes, it is important to remember that:

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A)   they are designed to help an individual recover from an illness.
B)   they are the minimum values needed to maintain health.
C)   they are based on the latest available scientific research.
D)   they must be consumed daily because they do not account for varied intakes.E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 13

List the major groups and subgroups of the USDA Food Patterns and give an example of a nutrient-dense food from each.

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Question 14

The absence of a Tolerable Upper Intake Level for a nutrient implies that it is safe to consume in any amount.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

George is a 35-year-old athlete using nutrient supplements to give him a competitive advantage. Which of the following nutrient intake recommendations would you suggest that George become familiar with?

Accepted Answer

A)   Adequate Intakes
B)   Estimated Average Requirements
C)   Tolerable Upper Intake Levels
D)   Recommended Dietary AllowancesE) C) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 16

Identify the specific advantages of exchange systems.

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Question 17

When planning a healthful diet, vegetarians should remember that:

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A)   they will have difficulty meeting their needs when using the USDA Food Patterns.
B)   the vegetable group contains legumes, which can be counted as protein foods.
C)   all soy foods and soy milks contain the same nutrient contents as dairy milk.
D)   nuts and seeds are high in fat content and should be limited.E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 18

The best way for a person to get all the essential nutrients and keep energy intake low is to:

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A)   use the principle of the discretionary calorie allowance to plan their diet.
B)   choose foods with high nutrient density in each food group.
C)   follow the principle of moderation in dietary intake.
D)   a and b
E)   a and cF) B) and C)
G) B) and D)

Question 19

Which of the following foods in the protein foods group of the USDA Food Patterns has the highest nutrient density?

Accepted Answer

A)   luncheon meats
B)   fried fish
C)   duck with skin
D)   chicken with no skinE) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 20

Identify the USDA recommendations for daily physical activity.

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The best way for a person to get all the essential nutrients and keep energy intake low is to:

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When planning a healthful diet, vegetarians should remember that:

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