Chap 4 quiz

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Title: Quizblock 2 chapter 4

Started: February 13, 2008 8:07 PM

Submitted: February 13, 2008 8:32 PM

Time spent: 00:25:14

Total score: 9/10 = 90% Total score adjusted by 0.0 Maximum possible score: 10

1.

Which artificial sweetener was almost banned because of a proposed relationship with bladder cancer in experimental animals?

Student Response

A. acesulfame-K

B. sucralose

C. saccharin

D. aspartame

Score: 1/1

2.

Which of the following is associated with type 2 diabetes?

Student Response

A. prone to ketosis

B. obesity

C. autoimmune disease

D. body fails to produce insulin

Score: 1/1

3.

Which of the following enzymes is found in the mouth?

Student Response

A. pancreatic amylase

B. lactase

C. salivary amylase

Student Response

D. maltase

Score: 1/1

4.

Which of the following BEST describes the glycemic index?

Student Response

A. the extent to which a given food raises blood glucose and insulin

B. an individual's glucose/insulin ratio in a fasted state

C. the glucose content of a given food

D. the amount of insulin required to metabolize 100 grams of glucose

Score: 1/1

5.

Which of the following is the preferred fuel for most body functions?

Student Response

A. carbohydrate

B. protein

C. ketones

D. fat

Score: 1/1

6.

Carbohydrate has been rightly accused of being the fattening ingredient in foods; therefore, we need to consume fewer complex carbohydrates.

Student Response

False

Score: 1/1

7.

Functional fiber is the form of fiber found in fiber supplements.

Student Response

True

Score: 1/1

8.

Lactose intolerance is more common among African Americans than Caucasians.

Student Response

True

Score: 1/1

9.

When consumed, a high glycemic index food can cause a sudden rise in blood glucose levels.

Student Response

True

Score: 1/1

10.

Lactose intolerance is uncommon among newborn infants.

Student Response

False

Score: 0/1

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Total score:

9/10 = 90% Total score adjusted by 0.0 Maximum possible score: 10

1.

When fructose and glucose are bonded together, they form:

Student Response

A. malt sugar.

B. milk sugar.

C. table sugar.

D. fruit sugar.

Score: 1/1

2.

Diabetes is a condition in which the body doesn't process ________ properly.

Student Response

A. vitamins

B. protein

C. fat

D. carbohydrate

Score: 1/1

3.

In the body, the major storage sites for glycogen are the:

Student Response

A. liver and pancreas.

B. muscles and liver.

C. liver and kidney.

D. kidney and muscles.

Score: 1/1

4.

Individuals with the disease PKU (phenylketonuria) should not consume the artificial sweetener aspartame. Why?

Student Response

A. People with PKU are allergic to the sweetener.

B. People with PKU are highly prone to development of diabetes.

C. People with PKU cannot metabolize the amino acid phenylalanine.

D. People with PKU experience severe headaches when they consume aspartame.

Score: 1/1

5.

All of the following are symptoms/side effects of ketosis EXCEPT:

Student Response

A. dehydration.

B. acidosis (acidic pH of the blood).

C. high blood cholesterol.

D. bad breath.

Score: 0/1

6.

Protection against heart disease is a potential benefit of a diet rich in simple sugar.

Student Response

False

Score: 1/1

7.

Honey and maple syrup are rich food sources of maltose.

Student Response

False

Score: 1/1

8.


Student Response

True

Score: 1/1

9.

Alcohol consumption can result in hypoglycemia for people with diabetes.

Student Response

True

Score: 1/1

10.


Student Response

True

Score: 1/1

Title:Quizblock 2 chapter 4




1. Which of the following hormones is released when your blood glucose levels fall too low?

Student Response

A. insulin

B. glucagon

C. bile

D. estrogen

Score: 1/1

5. Which of the following is TRUE regarding type 1 diabetes?

Student Response

A. Its increased prevalence is linked to the rise in obesity.

B. It has only been diagnosed in individuals over the age of 20.

C. Therapy typically is limited to the use of hypoglycemic medications.

D. Because individuals do not produce any insulin, treatment always involves insulin therapy.

Score: 1/1

6.

Fat is the primary fuel for the brain.

Student Response

False

Score: 1/1

7.

People with type 1 diabetes do not make insulin.

Student Response

True

Score: 1/1

8. Protection against heart disease is a potential benefit of a diet rich in simple sugar.

Student Response

False

Student Response

Score: 1/1

9.

Type 2 diabetes is the most common type of diabetes.

Student Response

True

Score: 1/1

10.


Student Response

True

Score: 1/1

1.

In type 1 diabetes, the ________ may be destroyed by an autoimmune disease.

Student ResponseA. neurotransmitters of the brain B. glomerulus cells of the kidney C. beta cells of the pancreas D. hepatocytes of the liver

Score: 1/1

2.

A disaccharide is formed by the chemical bonding of:

Student ResponseA. two monosaccharides. B. two oligosaccharides. C. one monosaccharide and one polysaccharide. D. two polysaccharides.

Score: 1/1

3.

________ is a technique employed by some endurance athletes to increase their storage of muscle glycogen.

Student ResponseA. Glycogen surging B. Carbohydrate loading C. Gluconeogenesis D. Ketosis

Score: 1/1

4.

Which of the following is associated with diets high in added sugars?

Student ResponseA. hyperactivity B. diabetes C. tooth decay D. all of the above

Score: 1/1

5.

Diabetes is a condition in which the body doesn't process ________ properly.

Student ResponseA. carbohydrate B. fat C. vitamins D. protein

Score: 1/1

6.

Galactose is the monosaccharide that is sweetest to the taste.

Student ResponseFalse

Score: 1/1

7.


Student ResponseTrue

Score: 1/1

8.

Carbohydrate has been rightly accused of being the fattening ingredient in foods; therefore, we need to consume fewer complex carbohydrates.


Score: 1/1

9.



Score: 1/1

10.

Sweetened soft drinks are the most common source of added sugars in the American diet.

Student ResponseTrue

Score: 1/1

3.

The term complex carbohydrates refers to:

Student Response

A. disaccharides.

B. monosaccharides.

C. polysaccharides.

D. glucose.

Score: 1/1

4.

How many grams of carbohydrate (per day) are recommended to prevent ketosis in healthy individuals (RDA)?

Student Response

A. 130 grams

B. 160 grams

Student Response

C. 100 grams

D. 75 grams

Score: 1/1

5.

In the absence of carbohydrate, ________ are produced from the incomplete breakdown of body fat.

Student Response

A. amyloses

B. amylases

C. bacteria

D. ketones

Score: 1/1

6.

In general, Americans do not consume recommended amounts of complex carbohydrate in their diets.

Student Response

True

Score: 1/1

7.

Protection against heart disease is a potential benefit of a diet rich in simple sugar.

Student Response

False

Score: 1/1

8.


Student Response

False

Score: 1/1

9.

Type 2 diabetes is seen only in adults.

Student Response

False

Score: 1/1

10.


Student Response

True

Score: 1/1

View Attempt 2 of 2





Total score:

8/10 = 80% Total score adjusted by 0.0 Maximum possible score: 10

1.

________ is a technique employed by some endurance athletes to increase their storage of muscle glycogen.

Student Response

A. Gluconeogenesis

B. Glycogen surging

C. Carbohydrate loading

D. Ketosis

Score: 1/1

2.

________ is a highly branched arrangement of glucose molecules found in liver and skeletal muscle cells.

Student Response

A. Fructose

B. Raffinose

C. Starch

D. Glycogen

Score: 0/1

3.

Insulin is synthesized and released by the:

Student Response

A. gallbladder.

B. brain.

C. liver.

D. pancreas.

Score: 0/1

6.

Research has proven that alternative sweeteners are not safe for children.

Student Response

False

Score: 1/1

7.

Galactose is the monosaccharide that is sweetest to the taste.

Student Response

False

Score: 1/1

8.

Type 2 diabetes is seen only in adults.

Student Response

False

Score: 1/1

9.

The Tolerable Upper Intake Level for sugar is 100 grams a day.

Student Response

False

Student Response

Score: 1/1

10.

Overconsumption of simple sugars causes hyperactivity and behavioral problems in children.

Student Response

False

Score: 1/1

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