Applied Nutrition & Dietetics Fall Semester Exam

What is the difference between hunger and appetite?

• Hunger is a physical need for food, while appetite is a desire to eat.

• Hunger is a desire to eat, while appetite is a physical need for food.

• Hunger and appetite are the same thing.

• Hunger is only experienced by animals, not humans.

What are the six steps of the decision-making process?

• Identify the decision, gather information, identify alternatives, weigh the evidence, choose among alternatives, take action.

• Identify the problem, ignore alternatives, choose randomly, take action, evaluate the decision, repeat.

• Identify the decision, gather information, choose the first option, take action, evaluate the decision, forget about it.

• Identify the problem, gather information, choose the last option, take action, evaluate the decision, repeat.

How has the multicultural society in the United States affected the cuisine in this country?

• It has led to a diverse range of food options and fusion cuisines.

• It has made all food taste the same.

• It has eliminated traditional American dishes.

• It has restricted the availability of international foods.

What led early people to begin farming?

• The need for a stable food supply.

• The desire to travel more.

• The abundance of wild animals.

• The invention of the wheel.

How can news stories about food and nutrition lead to food fallacies and fads?

• By spreading misinformation and sensationalizing health claims.

• By providing accurate and balanced information.

• By focusing only on traditional recipes.

• By ignoring new scientific research.

Name six foods health professionals recommend avoiding due to risk of contamination.

• Apples, bananas, oranges, grapes, strawberries, blueberries

• Raw eggs, undercooked meat, unpasteurized milk, raw shellfish, sprouts, deli meats

• Bread, rice, pasta, potatoes, carrots, peas

• Cooked chicken, boiled eggs, pasteurized milk, canned beans, frozen vegetables, yogurt

For what groups of people do foodborne illnesses pose the greatest risk?

• Teenagers and young adults

• Middle-aged adults

• Elderly, infants, pregnant women, and those with weakened immune systems

• Athletes and fitness enthusiasts

List the four basic steps for keeping food safe to eat and avoiding foodborne illness.

• Clean, cook, chill, separate

• Boil, fry, bake, grill

• Mix, blend, chop, dice

• Peel, slice, serve, store

For how long should hands be washed before starting to work with food?

• 5 seconds

• 10 seconds

• 20 seconds

• 30 seconds

What are the proper temperatures for holding hot and cold foods prior to serving?

• Hot: 100°F, Cold: 40°F

• Hot: 140°F, Cold: 40°F

• Hot: 160°F, Cold: 32°F

• Hot: 120°F, Cold: 50°F