The senses of taste and smell are affected by _____.
a. kidney function
b. medications such as antibiotics
c. medications such as painkillers
d. diabetes
e. diseases such as heart disease
Q. 2Among adults and the elderly in the United States, average dietary intake of _____ is below the recommended intake levels.
a. protein
b. vitamin B12
c. vitamin C
d. fiber
e. fat
Q. 3People who remain physically active into their older years _____ than people who are inactive.
a. absorb calcium more
b. produce more vitamin D
c. maintain more muscle mass
d. maintain their sense of taste better
e. gain more body fat
Q. 4The average length of life of people of a given age or from birth is referred to as _____.
a. chronological age
b. life expectancy
c. functional age
d. longevity
e. biological age
Q. 5What is the RDA for calcium for adults over 70 years old?
a. 600 mg
b. 800 mg
c. 1,000 mg
d. 1,200 mg
e. 1,400 mg
Q. 6How many days per week should adults perform resistance exercises?
a. 2
b. 3
c. 4
d. 5
e. 6
Q. 7Which factor appears to enhance well-being and longevity?
a. depression
b. loneliness
c. pessimism
d. isolation
e. a sense of humor
Q. 8People over the age of 65 years are more likely to live the longest if they have a BMI range of _____ kg/m2.
a. 1820
b. 2123
c. 2325
d. 2629
e. 3033