Question 1

The greater the amount of muscle mass,the

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A)  higher the body's set point.
B)  higher the resting metabolic rate.
C)  more fat is needed in the diet.
D)  easier it is to gain weight.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 2

Which of the following statements about insulin resistance is TRUE?

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A)  It is almost always a precursor to type 2 diabetes.
B)  It can be controlled only by major weight loss.
C)  It is hereditary rather than influenced by lifestyle.
D)  It is treated with medication rather than lifestyle changes.E) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of visceral fat?

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A)  It is located at waist level.
B)  It contains many biologically active substances.
C)  It is stored in a layer directly under the skin.
D)  It is associated with increased health risks.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 4

Which of the following represents the most important factor in successful weight management?

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A)  metabolism
B)  lifestyle choices
C)  genetics
D)  environmentE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 5

Processed foods labeled "fat-free" or "reduced fat" may

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A)  be high in calories.
B)  contain hidden fats.
C)  be as natural as fresh foods.
D)  contain high levels of cholesterol.E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 6

Regular physical activity is essential for maintaining weight loss.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Hormones play no significant role in the accumulation of body fat.

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A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 8

Name and describe the four major types of eating disorders discussed in the text.List three suggestions for what a person can do to help someone with an eating disorder.

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Question 9

The concept of energy balance refers to the relationship between

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A)  physical activity and resting metabolism.
B)  body weight and body composition.
C)  calories consumed and calories expended.
D)  body image and body composition.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 10

The skinfold measurement technique for determining body fat composition involves measuring fat found under the skin.

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A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 11

According to the National Weight Control Registry,which of the following behaviors is associated with regaining weight after losing it?

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A)  increasing the energy intake from fat
B)  maintaining daily moderate physical activity
C)  continuing to maintain dietary restrictions after weight loss
D)  monitoring of food intake and body weight frequentlyE) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 12

Describe the energy balance equation and how it relates to weight management.What parts of the equation are under individual control,and how can the equation be tipped in favor of weight loss and weight gain?

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Question 13

One example of a snack that is low in energy density is

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A)  carrots.
B)  crackers.
C)  a cookie.
D)  ice cream.E) A) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 14

Type 2 diabetes

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A)  has been decreasing in recent decades.
B)  is best prevented by eating a healthy diet and exercising.
C)  always requires insulin injections as a method of treatment.
D)  has obvious symptoms in the early stages.E) B) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 15

Which of the following protects against weight gain and helps increase lean body mass?

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A)  commercial nutritional supplements
B)  a 1,000-calories-per-day diet plan
C)  physical activity
D)  8 glasses of water per dayE) B) and D)
F) B) and C) C

Question 16

Define body image,and list two factors that can contribute to a negative body image among women and men.In addition,explain body dysmorphic disorder and muscle dysmorphia.

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Body image refers to the perception and ...

Question 17

The eating disorder characterized by a refusal to eat enough food to maintain a reasonable body weight is

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A)  borderline disordered eating.
B)  bulimia nervosa.
C)  anorexia nervosa.
D)  binge-eating disorder.E) C) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 18

Hydrostatic weighing is used to predict percent body fat based on

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A)  electrical conduction through tissue.
B)  body density and water displacement.
C)  air displacement by the body.
D)  height and total body weight.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 19

An initial step that Alan can take toward solving the cause of his weight gain is to

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A)  take the stairs,instead of the elevator,to class.
B)  adopt a vegetarian diet.
C)  eat two large meals instead of three each day.
D)  eliminate all snacks.E) B) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 20

According to federal guidelines,what should people do before trying prescription weight loss drugs?

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A)  get surgical treatment for obesity
B)  try over-the-counter weight loss aids for at least six months
C)  try lifestyle modification for at least six months
D)  seek professional counselingE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Exam 14: Weight Management

The greater the amount of muscle mass,the

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Which of the following statements about insulin resistance is TRUE?

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of visceral fat?

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Which of the following represents the most important factor in successful weight management?

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Processed foods labeled "fat-free" or "reduced fat" may

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Regular physical activity is essential for maintaining weight loss.

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Hormones play no significant role in the accumulation of body fat.

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Name and describe the four major types of eating disorders discussed in the text.List three suggestions for what a person can do to help someone with an eating disorder.

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The concept of energy balance refers to the relationship between

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The skinfold measurement technique for determining body fat composition involves measuring fat found under the skin.

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According to the National Weight Control Registry,which of the following behaviors is associated with regaining weight after losing it?

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Describe the energy balance equation and how it relates to weight management.What parts of the equation are under individual control,and how can the equation be tipped in favor of weight loss and weight gain?

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One example of a snack that is low in energy density is

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Type 2 diabetes

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