Nutrition

1. A nutrient that provides energy is:

Correct Answer: protein.

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2. A water-soluble vitamin is:

Correct Answer: vitamin B12.

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3. An observational study is also referred to as a(n):

Correct Answer: epidemiological study.

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4. Jill eats 1600 Kcals and 50 grams of protein per day. The percentage of total energy that comes from protein is:

Correct Answer: 12.5%.

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5. The acceptable macronutrient distribution range (AMDR) for carbohydrates is:

Correct Answer: 45% to 65%.

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6. The nation's leading cause of death is:

Correct Answer: heart disease.

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7. There are __________ groups of nutrients.

Correct Answer: six

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8. Trace minerals are those needed in amounts less than _____ mg per day in our diets.

Correct Answer: 100

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9. Which of the following is considered to be the leading federal agency in the U.S. for protecting the health and safety of people?

Correct Answer: CDC

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10. Which of the following is the world's largest telephone survey for tracking lifestyle behaviors?

Correct Answer: BRFSS

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11. Which of the following nutrients contains the element nitrogen?

Correct Answer: protein

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12. Which of the following nutrients is inorganic?

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