Question 1

Which of the following foods is a good source of omega-3 fat?

Accepted Answer

A)   Sunflower seeds
B)   Olive oil
C)   Coconut
D)   ShrimpE) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 2

Which of the following substances is not an omega-3 fatty?

Accepted Answer

A)   Alpha-linolenic acid
B)   Linoleic acid
C)   Eicosapentaenoic acid
D)   Docosahexaenoic acidE) None of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 3

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A)   A triglyceride has three fatty acids attached to a cholesterol "backbone" molecule.
B)   The omega end of a fatty acid molecule contains the acid group.
C)   A saturated fat has a triple bond between two carbons in the hydrocarbon chain.
D)   A polyunsaturated fatty acid has two or more double bonds between carbons in the hydrocarbon chain.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 4

Which of the following practices is known to increase a person's risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) ?

Accepted Answer

A)   Avoiding exposure to tobacco smoke
B)   Taking dietary supplements that contain biotin and vitamin K
C)   Replacing saturated fats with unsaturated fats
D)   Consuming trans fatE) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 5

Sylvia has a disease that blocks the delivery of bile and pancreatic amylase to her small intestine. Which of the following conditions is a sign or symptom of this disease?

Accepted Answer

A)   Chronic heartburn that's not relieved by antacids
B)   Frequent headaches
C)   Greasy stools that float
D)   Weight gainE) A) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 6

Chase is a 22-year-old college student. On average, he consumes 2750 kcal per day. According to recommendations of the Dietary Guidelines, Chase's saturated fat intake should be fewer than _____ kcal per day.

Accepted Answer

A)   413
B)   138
C)   270
D)   550E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 7

Connor has atherosclerosis within his brain. Based on this information, he has high risk of

Accepted Answer

A)   cancer.
B)   stroke.
C)   angina.
D)   C-reactive protein.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 8

Connor has plaque in an artery within his brain. This condition is a sign of

Accepted Answer

A)   angina.
B)   sleep apnea.
C)   atherosclerosis.
D)   peripheral artery disease.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 9

Which of the following foods is a naturally rich source of omega-3 fatty acids?

Accepted Answer

A)   Whole-wheat bread
B)   Tuna fish
C)   Baked chicken
D)   Ground beefE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 10

Which of the following lipoproteins contains the highest percentage of cholesterol?

Accepted Answer

A)   HDL
B)   LDL
C)   VLDL
D)   ChylomicronE) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 11

Layla has a high risk of cardiovascular disease, because she has

Accepted Answer

A)   high soluble fiber intake.
B)   diabetes.
C)   high HDL cholesterol level.
D)   low blood triglyceride level.E) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 12

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A)   The fat that's in food isn't a source of essential nutrients.
B)   Adding fat to a food reduces the food's "mouth feel."
C)   Fatty foods lack the smooth texture that carbohydrate-rich foods have.
D)   Fat contributes to the flavor of foods.E) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 13

Which of the following substances is an essential nutrient?

Accepted Answer

A)   Lecithin
B)   Bile salt
C)   Linoleic acid
D)   CholesterolE) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 14

Nick wants to lower his blood cholesterol level. Based on this information, he should

Accepted Answer

A)   limit his intake of nuts and seeds.
B)   increase his intake of trans fat.
C)   eat more whole-grain products.
D)   switch from drinking fat-free milk to whole milk.E) A) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 15

Which of the following characteristics or conditions increases a person's risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) ?

Accepted Answer

A)   Excess body fat
B)   Low blood level of C-reactive protein
C)   High soluble fiber intake
D)   Low LDL cholesterol levelE) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 16

Which of the following foods is a naturally rich source of monounsaturated fatty acids?

Accepted Answer

A)   Beef fat
B)   Soybean oil
C)   Cocoa butter
D)   AvocadoE) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 17

Martha wants to follow the Dietary Guidelines recommendations for saturated fat intake. She currently consumes a diet that supplies 2700 kcal per day. To meet the recommendations of the Dietary Guidelines, she should limit her saturated fat intake to less than ____ grams per day.

Accepted Answer

A)   30
B)   40
C)   20
D)   10E) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 18

Bonnie has plaque in an artery in her lower left leg. This condition is a sign of

Accepted Answer

A)   sleep apnea.
B)   stroke.
C)   peripheral vascular disease.
D)   angina.E) A) and B)
F) A) and D)

Question 19

When she prepares food, Felicia wants to use a product that's a rich source of unsaturated fat. Based on this information, which of the following fats or oils should she select?

Accepted Answer

A)   Ccoconut oil
B)   Cream cheese
C)   Unsalted butter
D)   Canola oilE) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 20

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A)   Your body can make alpha-linolenic acid and linoleic acid.
B)   Trans fatty acids are a by-product of the emulsification process.
C)   Your body is unable to make cholesterol.
D)   Phospholipids are partially water soluble.E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Exam 6: Lipids: Focusing on Fats and Cholesterol

Chase is a 22-year-old college student. On average, he consumes 2750 kcal per day. According to recommendations of the Dietary Guidelines, Chase's saturated fat intake should be fewer than _____ kcal per day.

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Which of the following lipoproteins contains the highest percentage of cholesterol?

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Nick wants to lower his blood cholesterol level. Based on this information, he should

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Which of the following substances is an essential nutrient?

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Connor has atherosclerosis within his brain. Based on this information, he has high risk of

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Connor has plaque in an artery within his brain. This condition is a sign of

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Layla has a high risk of cardiovascular disease, because she has

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Which of the following foods is a naturally rich source of omega-3 fatty acids?

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Which of the following substances is not an omega-3 fatty?

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Which of the following statements is true?

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When she prepares food, Felicia wants to use a product that's a rich source of unsaturated fat. Based on this information, which of the following fats or oils should she select?

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Which of the following foods is a good source of omega-3 fat?

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Which of the following statements is true?

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Which of the following foods is a naturally rich source of monounsaturated fatty acids?

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Sylvia has a disease that blocks the delivery of bile and pancreatic amylase to her small intestine. Which of the following conditions is a sign or symptom of this disease?

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Martha wants to follow the Dietary Guidelines recommendations for saturated fat intake. She currently consumes a diet that supplies 2700 kcal per day. To meet the recommendations of the Dietary Guidelines, she should limit her saturated fat intake to less than ____ grams per day.

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Which of the following statements is true?

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Bonnie has plaque in an artery in her lower left leg. This condition is a sign of

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Which of the following practices is known to increase a person's risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) ?

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Which of the following characteristics or conditions increases a person's risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) ?

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