Sample NUTR250

MCQ: choose the right answer

1. Which of the following are not true Nutrition Facts panels?

a. Daily values based on 2000 calories
b. Nutrients amounts are expressed as percentages of daily values
c. Nutrition facts panels can be used to compare nutrients in different foods
d. The nutrition facts panel lists all nutrients in a food

2. The Dietary Guidelines were designed to focus attention on which of these?

a. Caloric restriction
b. Disease prevention
c. Variety in diet
d. Identification of food groups

3. Dry beans, eggs, and nuts are in which food group?

a. Meat and meat alternatives
b. Milk and milk products
c. Bread and cereal
d. None of the above

4. The term moderation is applicable on which of the following foods to meet the ideals of
the Dietary Guidelines?
a. cholesterol
b. trans fats
c. added sugars
d. all of the above

5. All of the following are correct concerning the Dietary Reference Intake (DRI) values
EXCEPT:
a. the values are updated periodically in light of new knowledge.
b. the values are minimum recommendations for virtually all healthy people.
b. the committee that determines the values is composed of scientists.
c. the values reflect daily intakes to be achieved, on average, over time.

6. Which of the following has some empty calories?

a. Calories from the fat in a salmon fillet.
b. Calories from the fat in a handful of dry-roasted almonds.
c. Calories from the sugar in a fresh strawberry.
d. Calories from the sugar in a frosted shredded wheat cereal.

7. Which of the following is NOT required by law to be listed on a food label?

a. The Internet address of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor.
b. The common name of the product.
c. The name and address of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor.
d. The ingredients of the product.
8. Which nutrition tool is used to show nutrient values when research is inconclusive?
a. RDA
b. AI
c. EAR
d. UL

9. An example of monosaccharide is
a. lactose
b. maltose
c. sucrose
d. fructose

10. The latest Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) for carbohydrates recommended for adults is
a daily minimum of _____ grams.
a. 130
b. 180
c. 220
d. 300

11. The amount of nutrients a food contains in relationship to the number of calories it
contains is
a. personalization
b. proportionality
c. caloric density
d. nutrient density

12. A claim on the label that describes a relationship between a food and a disease is called a
a. structure/function claim
b. approved claim
c. nutrient claim
d. health claim

13. The energy-yielding nutrient with the highest caloric content is

a. Fat
b. protein
c. carbohydrate
d. mineral
14. Inorganic compounds include
a. proteins and water
b. carbohydrates and proteins
c. minerals and proteins
d. water and minerals
 15. A high fiber food includes
a. fruit juice
b. carbonated beverage
c. ice cream
d. whole grains

1. For a food to be a "good source" of a nutrient it must contain more than 30% of the Daily
Value for that nutrient per serving. False
2. One of the goals of DRI committee is to establish safety guidelines by setting the values
Adequate intake. False
3. The sugar listed on the Nutrition Facts panel for milk is mainly galactose. False
4. For long-term health, one should consume more complex carbohydrates. True
5. A risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes is obesity. True

List the 5 factors that help you to build a nutritious diet and explain briefly each one

What is the difference between refined and unrefined grain?

Check the below nutrition fact panel and answer the questions:
a. Explain why 1 serving has 160 calories?
8 x 9+ 20 x 4+ 2x 4= 160 calories
b. How many calories would you get if you eat half of the container?
12 x 160= 1920 calories

c. Put an X under the right description of each nutrient (1 point)

Nutrient Low source High source Good source

Saturated fat X
Cholesterol X
Iron X

d. If you eat 2 servings from this product, how much of saturated fats daily value is left to be
consumed till end of the day?
100- (2 x 24) = 52%