Which of the following statements about obesity is most accurate?
a. All obese persons experience premature deaths.
b. A diet high in protein and low in fat and carbohydrate will not lead to obesity.
c. Obesity is second only to tobacco use as the most significant cause of preventable death.
d. Those who are obese are protected against social and economical discrimination.
Q. 2Which of the following persons is at greatest risk for hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease?
a. a male with BMI of 24
b. a female with BMI of 25
c. a male with waist circumference of 40 inches
d. a female with waist circumference of 38 inches
Q. 3A female with too little body fat may experience:
a. increased fertility.
b. only 35 body fat.
c. difficulty keeping warm.
d. optimal hormonal balance.
Q. 4The site for most accurate assessment of fatfold measurements is the:
a. calf.
b. thigh.
c. abdomen.
d. upper arm.
Q. 5Which of the following persons is at highest risk for chronic illnesses such as diabetes, hypertension, and increased low-density lipoprotein?
a. pear-shaped male
b. tall person with larger surface area
c. person who has low alcohol consumption
d. female with waist circumference greater than 35 inches
Q. 6The BMI is most useful in:
a. assessing risk for disease.
b. assessing degree of obesity.
c. determining location of fat distribution.
d. evaluating the amount of fat in a person's weight.
Q. 7A way to increase the basal metabolic rate is to:
a. increase body mass that will increase the total energy expended on basal metabolic activities.
b. engage in regular aerobic and resistance exercises that will increase lean muscle mass.
c. maximize the thermic effect of food.
d. sleep 8-9 hours at bedtime.
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