Carbohydrates

How many calories per gram do carbohydrates provide?

• 9

• 0

• 4

• 20-35

Carbohydrates come primarily from:

• animal sources

• plant sources

• plant and animal sources

• none of the above

The main function of carbohydrates is:

• to maintain healthy bones and teeth.

• to provide energy.

• to build and maintain body tissues.

• to regulate body functions.

The three types of carbohydrates are:

• sugars, starches, and fibers.

• complex, fibers and starches.

• simple, fibers, and sugars.

• none of the above are correct.

How many grams of fiber should the average American consume each day?

• 10-20

• 20-35

• 4-9

• 45-70

What must fiber have in order to "do its job" effectively?

• Protein

• Vitamins

• Water

• Fat

What type of leavening agent does QUICK BREAD use?

• Baking Soda

• Baking Powder

• Yeast

• Both A and B

Common leavening agents include all of the following EXCEPT:

• Eggs

• Baking Soda and Baking Powder

• Yeast

• Salt

What gas is produced to raise quick or yeast breads?

• NaCI3

• CO2

• COOH

• Na2O

Fiber only comes from animal sources

• True

• False