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WorksheetsPre-PAC Exam Review 2
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 15mins
Tamera is concerned about her health. She wants to start practicing good nutrition. Which of the following is a guideline for practicing good nutrition?
Eat foods that provide all the nutrients needed and in the right amounts.
Count calories and limit intakes of proteins and carbohydrates.
Eat foods that are easily digestible and pass through your body quickly.
Combine the right amount of physical activity with healthy eating habits.
Ming wants to save money on her food budget. Which of the following is the LEAST effective strategy for reducing food waste?
Cook extra large portions in case people are very hungry.
Store all foods properly at the correct temperature.
Plan what to serve and then shop accordingly.
Use leftover foods while they are still usable.
Which of the following is NOT a correct equivalent?
1 quart = 2 pints
1 pint = 2 cups
1 cup = 12 tablespoons
1 tablespoon = 3 teaspoons
Which of the following factors is the greatest contributor to the increasing obesity problem among Americans today?
Americans have become accustomed to eating larger serving sizes and portions of food.
Nutrition guidelines do not take into consideration the differences in body size, age, and gender.
American consumers are paying more and more attention to the Nutrition Facts panels on food.
Federal nutrition guidelines change too often for Americans to consistently follow.
Which of the following types of commercially-processed fruits generally has the lowest concentration of sugar?
Dried fruits
Frozen fruits
Canned fruits in light syrup
Canned fruits in heavy syrup
Jody is unsure how long some soymilk has been in the refrigerator. Which should he NOT use to evaluate the product?
Touch
Taste
Smell
Appearance
Good hand washing practices decrease the spread of a source of foodborne illness that commonly lives in the colon of mammals that is known as _____.
Clostridium perfringens
Lactobacillus acidophilus
Escherichia coli
Staphylococcus aureus
Advantages associated with genetically modified foods include all of the following EXCEPT _____.
reduced use of pesticides
universal consumer acceptance
greater resistance to spoilage
improved nutrition for consumers
Patricia eats a varied diet. She wants to be sure that she is getting all of her minerals. Which of the following minerals is Patricia likely to get in her diet, because it is found in most foods?
Iron
Zinc
Potassium
Phosphorous
Mary Beth has taken an aptitude test which revealed that she is best suited for an occupation that requires analytical skills, working with people, and following a protocol. Which of the following occupations is most ideal for Mary Beth?
Accountant
Executive chef
Researcher
Dietitian
Wellness is defined as
The absence of illness or physical and mental disability
The balance of physical activity, mental, positive attitudes, and spiritual health
Integrating emotional, mental, physical, social, spiritual, and economic wellbeing
Being absent of health disparities and chronic illness
Which of the following is an example of a social factor that does NOT affect nutrition and body weight
Eating fast food
Attending church
Fewer home cooked meals
Watching television
Simone is a 16-year-old high school freshman. Her mother wants to make sure that Simone is getting adequate daily nutrition. Which of the following nutrients is generally NOT a nutrient that Simone’s mother should be concerned about during her daughter’s adolescence?
Iron
Vitamin A
Vitamin C
Calcium
Which of the following is NOT one of the physiological effects of regular physical activity?
Enhances the action of insulin in the body
Enhances gastric motility in the intestines
Maintains and/or increases lean body mass
Decreases high-density lipoprotein cholesterol
According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and MyPlate, which of the following foods should you REDUCE for a healthier eating plan?
Vegetables, lean protein, and saturated fats
Whole grains, citrus fruits, and low-fat yogurt
Sugary drinks, saturated fats, and high-sodium foods
Fat-free milk, sugary drinks, and whole grains
What is one role that vitamin A does NOT play in the human body?
Making proteins which promote blood coagulation
Acting as an antioxidant and scavenging free radicals
Maintaining and regulating a health immune system
Maintaining a healthy vision, including night vision.
Healthier fat sources include canola oil and
Butter
Lard
Margarine
Olive oil
Safe refrigerator food storage requires following which food safety principles?
Use deep dishes to store the hot foods
Keep the refrigerator temperature around 50°F
Wrap or cover all the foods before storing them
Place foods in the refrigerator after the hot foods cool
The PRIMARY purpose for setting new lifestyle goals and developing behavior-change contracts is to
Reduce the negative effects of risk-taking behaviors
Achieve and maintain a healthy weight and BMI
Make positive changes for improved personal health
Provide negative consequences for breaking the contract
Joe is planning a week’s menu for adults at his work cafeteria. What is the recommended number of ounces of cooked seafood Joe should include in the week’s menu?
2-3 ounces
12-14 ounces
8-10 ounces
4-6 ounces
Rosa is a stay-at-home mom who generally prepares the majority of meals for her household. Even though she always prepares meals that offer enough calories and nutrients for her family of four, she tends to make the same meals again and again. Which one of these characteristics of a healthy diet is rosa NOT incorporating into her meal planning?
Adequacy
Balance
Moderation
Variety
Brooke is a single parent of a young son. She has been having trouble being able to afford to purchase food. Which practice will provide Brooke the LOWEST cost for healthy foods?
Purchase sodas and snacks when on sale
Plan each week’s meals based on food aids
Purchase packaged foods with coupons
Shop every day for fresh food
Fruits and vegetables are generally lower cost when they are in season. Which answer correctly identifies fresh fruits and vegetables for that season.
Summer - kale, green beans, peaches, and Brussels sprouts
Spring - peas, kiwi fruit, greens, and blueberries
Winter - kale, collard greens, oranges and corn
Fall - broccoli, kale, beets, apples, and cabbage
Dietary supplements
Are reviewed and approved by the FDA before being marketed
Are tested by the FDA for safety before being marketed
Have no rules to limit the amount of a nutrient contained in them
Must meet federal guidelines for purity and composition before sold
Which is NOT a potential source of contamination from Clostridium botulinum?
Raw or unprocessed honey
Foods improperly canned at home
Split or pierced bulging canned foods
Unpasteurized or raw milk
The process using gamma rays to eliminate harmful bacteria is:
Genetic modification
Pasteurization
Aseptic packaging
Irradiation
Although most people get the nutrients they need from food, certain groups of people do benefit from taking supplements. Which of the following is NOT a recommended vitamin or mineral supplementation?
Vitamin B12 supplements for elderly individuals or vegans
Multivitamin supplements for people on prolonged energy-restricted diets
Vitamin C supplements for young children and adolescents
Calcium and vitamin D supplements for people at risk for low bone mass
All of the following would be good advice for someone who is trying to gain weight, EXCEPT
Eat an additional 500 to 1,000 kcal a day from nutrient dense foods
Skip everyday physical activity to avoid burning calories
Eat more frequent meals and snacks during the day
Eat approximately 25 to 35% of his or her kilocalories from fat
Anna is designing a test for her students completing a nutrition nd wellness course. Which of the following types of questions should she include to test a HIGHER skills hierarchy?
Factual knowledge
Comprehension
Application
Synthesis
Which of the following is the BEST strategy to determine if learners can apply nutrition principles?
Multiple-choice test
Pre-test
Post-test
Case study
