SHAPE Nutrition Pretest

Hosea is selective about the foods he eats. His family has always encouraged him to try different foods, but he refuses to try anything new. Which of the following factors is most likely influencing Hosea's decision not to try new foods? (SHAPE)

• Curiosity

• Personal Likes and Dislikes

• Peer Pressure

• Family Pressure

Raw poultry may contain bacteria. Which of the following would likely be the most effective way to avoid contaminating other foods with these bacteria when preparing chicken? (SHAPE)

• Wash all fruits and veggies

• Wash plastic cutting board, in hot, soapy water after cutting chicken

• Keep chicken in fridge

• Cook chicken in microwave

Which of the following would be the best source of nutritional information? (SHAPE)

• People who are trying to sell you something

• Podcasts or social media

• Nutrition Fact Panel

• Parents

What is the recommended way to store raw poultry to avoid bacterial contamination? (AI)

• Refrigerate below 40°F (4°C)

• Store at room temperature

• Freeze at -10°F (-23°C)

• Leave it uncovered in the refrigerator

Which source is considered the most reliable for obtaining nutritional information? (AI)

• Social media influencers

• Websites

• Friends and family

• Registered dietitians or nutritionists

What is the primary factor influencing an individual's decision to try new foods? (AI)

• curiosity

• lack of options

• peer pressure

• fear of missing out