Principles and Labs for Physical Fitness 10th Edition by Wener W.K – Test Bank

True / False

1. The more the nutrients a person has, the healthier he or she is.​

  a.  True

  b.  False

ANSWER:   False

REFERENCES:   Introduction

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:   PLPF.HOEG.16.3.1 – Define nutrition and describe its relationship to health and well-being.

OTHER:   Bloom’s: Understand

2. Vitamins, minerals, and water are the fuel nutrients for the body.​

  a.  True

  b.  False

ANSWER:   False

REFERENCES:   Nutrients

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:   PLPF.HOEG.16.3.3 – Describe the functions of the nutrients, carbohydrates, fiber, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and water in the human body.

OTHER:   Bloom’s: Remember

3. Excess glucose in the blood is converted to fat and stored in adipose tissue.​

  a.  True

  b.  False

ANSWER:   True

REFERENCES:   Carbohydrates

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:   PLPF.HOEG.16.3.3 – Describe the functions of the nutrients, carbohydrates, fiber, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and water in the human body.

OTHER:   Bloom’s: Remember

4. Increased fiber intake decreases the risk for cardiovascular disease.​

  a.  True

  b.  False

ANSWER:   True

REFERENCES:   Fiber

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:   PLPF.HOEG.16.3.3 – Describe the functions of the nutrients, carbohydrates, fiber, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and water in the human body.

OTHER:   Bloom’s: Remember

5. Other than supplying energy, fat has no functional value in our bodies.​

  a.  True

  b.  False

ANSWER:   False

REFERENCES:   Fats (Lipids)

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:   PLPF.HOEG.16.3.3 – Describe the functions of the nutrients, carbohydrates, fiber, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and water in the human body.

OTHER:   Bloom’s: Understand

6. Essential amino acids are manufactured by the body.​

  a.  True

  b.  False

ANSWER:   False

REFERENCES:   Proteins

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:   PLPF.HOEG.16.3.3 – Describe the functions of the nutrients, carbohydrates, fiber, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and water in the human body.

OTHER:   Bloom’s: Remember

7. The RDA is the daily amount of a nutrient considered adequate to meet the known nutrient needs of practically all healthy people in the U.S.​

  a.  True

  b.  False

ANSWER:   True

REFERENCES:   Nutrition Standards

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:   PLPF.HOEG.16.3.5 – Be able to conduct a comprehensive nutrient analysis and implement changes to meet the Dietary Reference Intakes.

OTHER:   Bloom’s: Remember

8. Beta-carotene supplements can help ward off heart disease.​

  a.  True

  b.  False

ANSWER:   False

REFERENCES:   Nutrient Supplementation

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:   PLPF.HOEG.16.3.6 – Identify myths and fallacies regarding nutrition.

OTHER:   Bloom’s: Understand

9. The body stores enough ATP to provide energy for 10 seconds.​

  a.  True

  b.  False

ANSWER:   False

REFERENCES:   Energy Substrates for Physical Activity

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:   PLPF.HOEG.16.3.4 – Define the various energy production mechanisms of the human body.

OTHER:   Bloom’s: Understand

10. Creatine supplementation is popular among bodybuilders.​

  a.  True

  b.  False

ANSWER:   True

REFERENCES:   Nutrition for Athletes

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:   PLPF.HOEG.16.3.7 – Become aware of guidelines for nutrient supplementation.

OTHER:   Bloom’s: Apply

Multiple Choice

11. Proper nutrition means that a person’s diet:​

  a.  ​supplies all the essential nutrients.

  b.  ​has enough fruits and vegetables.

  c.  ​has enough vitamins and protein.

  d.  ​supplies a sufficient amount of energy.

  e.  ​has more calories from grain than sugar.

ANSWER:   a

REFERENCES:   Introduction

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:   PLPF.HOEG.16.3.1 – Define nutrition and describe its relationship to health and well-being.

OTHER:   Bloom’s: Understand