Q: Body Mass Index (BMI) is calculated using which formula?

$\text{BMI} = \frac{\text{weight (lbs)} \times 703}{\text{height (inches)}^2}$

Q: According to the Harris-Benedict equation, what is the estimated basal metabolic rate (BMR) for a 25-year-old male who weighs 175 lbs, is 5'11" tall, and has an activity factor (AF) of 1.5?

$66 + (13.7 \times 79.4) + (5 \times 180.34) - (6.8 \times 25) \times 1.5$

Q: A 30-year-old female has a weight of 150 lbs and a height of 65 inches. What is her BMI?

$\text{BMI} = \frac{150 \times 703}{65^2} = 25.0$

Question 1

Which metabolic pathway is responsible for converting glucose to pyruvate?

Accepted Answer

Glycolysis

Question 2

Aerobic metabolism produces approximately how many ATP per glucose molecule, assuming all make it all the way through the pathway and ETC?

Accepted Answer

36-38 ATP

Question 3

Which of the following is TRUE about chemical reactions in living cells?

Accepted Answer

The total sum of all chemical reactions is called metabolism.

Question 4

Which macronutrient cannot be used for gluconeogenesis?

Accepted Answer

Fatty acids

Question 5

Body Mass Index (BMI) is calculated using which formula?

Accepted Answer

$	ext{BMI} = \frac{	ext{weight (lbs)} 	imes 703}{	ext{height (inches)}^2}$

Question 6

A male has a waist measurement of 37 inches and a hip measurement of 40 inches. What is his waist-to-hip ratio?

Accepted Answer

$\frac{37}{40} = 0.93$

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a recommended method for measuring body composition?

Accepted Answer

Body Mass Index (BMI) alone

Question 8

Which hormone produced by the stomach stimulates appetite?

Accepted Answer

Ghrelin

Question 9

Which enzyme component is responsible for the increase in metabolism during digestion?

Accepted Answer

Thermic effect of food

Question 10

Which of the following is a key factor that should be part of a healthy weight plan regardless of weight status?

Accepted Answer

Regular physical activity

Question 11

According to the Harris-Benedict equation, what is the estimated basal metabolic rate (BMR) for a 25-year-old male who weighs 175 lbs, is 5'11" tall, and has an activity factor (AF) of 1.5?

Accepted Answer

$66 + (13.7 	imes 79.4) + (5 	imes 180.34) - (6.8 	imes 25) 	imes 1.5$

Question 12

Which of the following statements about energy balance is correct?

Accepted Answer

Energy output exceeding energy intake leads to weight loss.

Question 13

Which BMI classification corresponds to a BMI of 27.5?

Accepted Answer

Overweight

Question 14

Which process is defined as the breakdown of molecules in the body to release energy?

Accepted Answer

Catabolism

Question 15

A 30-year-old female has a weight of 150 lbs and a height of 65 inches. What is her BMI?

Accepted Answer

$	ext{BMI} = \frac{150 	imes 703}{65^2} = 25.0$

Question 16

Which of the following is a function of proteins that facilitate biochemical reactions in the body?

Accepted Answer

Enzymes

Question 17

Which of the following is a correct recommendation for maintaining a healthy body weight?

Accepted Answer

Balance calorie intake with physical activity

Question 18

Which of the following is TRUE about the thermic effect of food (TEF)?

Accepted Answer

TEF is the energy required for digestion, absorption, and metabolism of food.

Question 19

Which of the following is a plausible consequence of a diet lacking adequate protein?

Accepted Answer

Impaired enzyme function

Question 20

Which acronym describes a goal-setting strategy for nutrition and health?

Accepted Answer

SMART

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