Fruits and vegetables may reduce the risk of cancer for all of these reasons except _____.
a. they contain phytochemicals
b. many are rich in folate
c. they contain nutrients that have antioxidant activity
d. they are high in carbohydrate
e. they reduce DNA damage
Q. 2The surface of a liquid in a measuring cup should be read at the
a. marked line on the cup.
b. next highest marked line because of wicking.
c. meniscus, or curved line (arc) seen in the cup.
d. maximus, a perceived or estimated line on the cup.
Q. 3Most adolescents consume an adequate amount of dietary fiber.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 4Alcohol consumption correlates strongly with development of _____ cancer.
a. lung
b. kidney
c. liver
d. endometrium
e. prostate
Q. 5The correct procedure for the measurement of foods is:
a. approximate amount; select correct utensil; use accurate technique.
b. weigh out amount; process the food; use a metal non-lipped cup.
c. approximate amount; use a graduated cup; measure amounts.
d. weigh out the amount needed to avoid inaccuracies due to density.
Q. 6Poor dietary choices are a major contributor to adolescent acne.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 7Fruits and vegetables have been shown to have a protective effect against all of these cancers except _____.
a. lung
b. esophagus
c. liver
d. stomach
e. pharynx
Q. 8To _____ a food is to cut it lengthwise into very thin, stick-like shapes.
a. dice
b. julienne
c. mince
d. shred
e. slice
Q. 9A 16-year-old adolescent girl has a higher Dietary Reference Intake (DRI) for iron than a 16-year-old adolescent boy.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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