An example of someone who may benefit from a vitamin and mineral supplement is:

An example of someone who may benefit from a vitamin and mineral supplement is:
 
  a. an elderly man who lifts weights.
  b. a female vegan gymnast.
  c. a high school football player.
  d. a mother of preschoolers who runs marathons.

Q. 2

The nutrient that provides the major energy source during exercise is:
 
  a. protein.
  b. fat.
  c. carbohydrate.
  d. adenosine triphosphate (ATP).

Q. 3

For moderately active persons, the percentage of total kcalorie intake that should be provided by carbohydrate is about:
 
  a. 25 to 40.
  b. 35 to 55.
  c. 40 to 60.
  d. 45 to 65.

Q. 4

During the 3-day period before competing in an athletic event, the amount of carbohydrate in an athlete's diet should be:
 
  a. low.
  b. moderate.
  c. high.
  d. consistent.

Q. 5

Some fat should be included in the diet to:
 
  a. supply linoleic and alpha-linolenic acids.
  b. supply sufficient energy for all activities.
  c. provide cholesterol for endogenous needs.
  d. provide for adequate glycogen stores.

Q. 6

Fatty acids are mobilized for energy by:
 
  a. growth hormone.
  b. hormone-sensitive lipase.
  c. insulin.
  d. gastric lipase.

Q. 7

An important function of water in exercise physiology is to:
 
  a. neutralize waste products.
  b. provide sodium for the extracellular fluid.
  c. lubricate the joints.
  d. transport heat from the body.

Q. 8

The percentage of a man's body weight that is composed of essential body fat is:
 
  a. 3 to 5.
  b. 6 to 8.
  c. 10 to 12.
  d. 15 to 18.

Q. 9

The percentage of daily kilocalorie (kcalorie or kcal) intake that should be provided by dietary protein is about:
 
  a. 5 to 10.
  b. 10 to 35.
  c. 20 to 30.
  d. 20 to 50.