Question 1

Which of the following is the BEST initial question to ask when evaluating the reliability of a nutrition information source?

Accepted Answer

Is the information consistent with current scientific evidence?

Question 2

A website claims a new supplement can cure multiple diseases but does not cite any scientific studies. Which ABCD guideline is MOST violated?

Accepted Answer

A: Accuracy

Question 3

What is a conflict of interest in the context of nutrition research?

Accepted Answer

When a researcher has a personal or financial stake in the outcome of a study

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of quackery in nutrition?

Accepted Answer

A website selling a miracle weight loss pill with no scientific backing

Question 5

Rank the following sources from MOST to LEAST reliable: 1) Peer-reviewed journal, 2) Government health agency, 3) Personal blog, 4) Commercial supplement website.

Accepted Answer

1, 2, 3, 4

Question 6

According to the ABCD guidelines, what does the letter 'B' stand for and why is it important?

Accepted Answer

Bias; it helps identify if the source has a particular agenda or conflict of interest

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a good reliable source of nutrition information?

Accepted Answer

A commercial website selling supplements

Question 8

A nutrition study funded by a soda company finds no link between sugary drinks and obesity. What is the MOST likely concern with this study?

Accepted Answer

Conflict of interest may bias the results

Question 9

Which question is LEAST important when evaluating a nutrition website?

Accepted Answer

Does the website use bright colors and animations?

Question 10

If a source is up-to-date, unbiased, and cites scientific evidence, which ABCD criteria does it meet?

Accepted Answer

A: Accuracy, B: Bias, C: Currency

Question 11

A nutritionist recommends a diet based on a single, non-peer-reviewed study. Which ABCD guideline is MOST at risk?

Accepted Answer

D: Depth

Question 12

Which of the following best describes 'quackery' in the context of nutrition?

Accepted Answer

The promotion of unproven or fraudulent health products and practices

Question 13

A nutrition article is published in 2005 and has not been updated since. Which ABCD criterion is MOST relevant to question its reliability?

Accepted Answer

C: Currency

Question 14

Which of the following is a sign that a nutrition website is likely to be reliable?

Accepted Answer

It provides references to peer-reviewed studies and is affiliated with a recognized health organization

Question 15

A nutrition source claims, 'This diet is guaranteed to work for everyone.' Which ABCD guideline is MOST likely violated?

Accepted Answer

D: Depth

Question 16

Which of the following equations best represents the process of evaluating a source using the ABCD guidelines?

Accepted Answer

$	ext{Evaluation Score} = (A + B + C + D) / 4$

Question 17

A student finds a nutrition fact on a personal blog. What is the BEST next step to verify its reliability?

Accepted Answer

Check if the information is supported by peer-reviewed scientific studies

Question 18

Which of the following is a common misconception about reliable nutrition sources?

Accepted Answer

All sources with .org domains are automatically reliable

Question 19

A nutrition website is updated regularly, cites scientific studies, and is run by a registered dietitian. Which ABCD criteria does it meet?

Accepted Answer

A: Accuracy, C: Currency, D: Depth

Question 20

Which of the following is the BEST example of a reliable source for nutrition information?

Accepted Answer

A peer-reviewed article published in a reputable scientific journal

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