Question 1

Which of the following is NOT required by the FDA to appear on a packaged food label?

Accepted Answer

Food group classification

Question 2

A can of soup lists the following ingredients: Water, Carrots, Chicken, Salt, Spices. Which ingredient is present in the largest amount by weight?

Accepted Answer

Water

Question 3

If a frozen meal contains 350 calories per serving and the package contains 2.5 servings, how many calories are in the entire package? Use the formula $$	ext{Total Calories} = 	ext{Calories per Serving} 	imes 	ext{Number of Servings}.$$

Accepted Answer

$$875$$

Question 4

Which of the following claims on a food label is an example of a structure-function claim?

Accepted Answer

"Calcium builds strong bones."

Question 5

A food product claims to be 'fat free.' According to FDA regulations, what is the maximum amount of fat it can contain per serving?

Accepted Answer

0.5 grams

Question 6

Which of the following nutrients is considered 'high' in a food if the % Daily Value (%DV) is at least:

Accepted Answer

$$20\%$$

Question 7

Which regulatory agency is responsible for grading eggs in the United States?

Accepted Answer

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Question 8

A can of regular soup contains 680 mg of sodium per serving, which is 28% of the Daily Value. If you eat the entire can (2 servings), what percent of the Daily Value for sodium have you consumed? Use the formula $$	ext{Total \%DV} = 	ext{\%DV per serving} 	imes 	ext{Number of servings}.$$

Accepted Answer

$$56\%$$

Question 9

Which of the following foods is NOT required to have a Nutrition Facts label?

Accepted Answer

Fresh apples sold individually

Question 10

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the Daily Value (DV) used on Nutrition Facts labels?

Accepted Answer

DV is a general guideline for people age 4 and older.

Question 11

A food label states: 'Low sodium.' According to FDA regulations, what is the maximum amount of sodium per serving this food can contain?

Accepted Answer

$$140 mg$$

Question 12

Which of the following is an example of an authorized health claim on a food label?

Accepted Answer

"Low fat diets rich in fiber-containing grain products, fruits, and vegetables may reduce the risk of some types of cancer."

Question 13

Which of the following best describes the difference between an authorized health claim and a qualified health claim?

Accepted Answer

Authorized health claims require significant scientific agreement; qualified health claims require less evidence and must include a disclaimer.

Question 14

Which of the following is a nutrient claim?

Accepted Answer

"High in fiber."

Question 15

A food label lists: 'Calories: 200 per serving; Servings per container: 4.' If you eat 1.5 servings, how many calories have you consumed? Use the formula $$	ext{Total Calories} = 	ext{Calories per Serving} 	imes 	ext{Number of Servings}.$$

Accepted Answer

$$300$$

Question 16

Which of the following statements about the term 'natural' on food labels is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

The USDA requires 'natural' meat and poultry to have no artificial ingredients and be minimally processed.

Question 17

Which of the following is a requirement for a food to be labeled as 'high fiber'?

Accepted Answer

At least 5 grams of fiber per serving

Question 18

Which of the following is a correct application of the formula for calculating total nutrient intake from a food label? If a food contains 8g of protein per serving and you eat 3 servings, how much protein have you consumed? Use $$	ext{Total Protein} = 	ext{Protein per Serving} 	imes 	ext{Number of Servings}.$$

Accepted Answer

$$24 g$$

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT regulated by the FDA on food labels?

Accepted Answer

The term 'natural' on all foods

Question 20

Which of the following statements about food allergens on labels is correct?

Accepted Answer

Manufacturers must list major allergens contained in a product.

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