Deck 12: Measurement of Energy Consumption and Output

Question 1

According to the most recent survey, nearly _____ of US adults are rated as obese with BMI ≥ 30.

A) 0.1
B) 0.3
C) 0.5
D) 0.7

Answer 1

B

Question 2

What was the BMI level used by the Center for Disease Control as a threshold for being obese?

A) 25
B) 30
C) 35
D) 40

Answer 2

B

Question 3

To unbalance the energy balance equation and bring about weight loss, one can do all of the following except

A) reduce energy intake below daily energy expenditure
B) maintain regular energy intake and increase regular energy output
C) increase energy intake and decrease energy expenditure simultaneously
D) decrease energy intake and increase energy expenditure simultaneously

Answer 3

C

Question 4

All of the following are considered the theoretical basis for using a high protein and low carbohydrate diet to lose weight except

A) the diet forces the body to use lipids as fuel
B) the diet produces a greater satiety effect
C) the diet helps increase basal metabolic rate
D) the diet triggers a greater thermal effect

Question 5

Which of the following may be the most feasible exercise protocol for obese individuals who want to lose weight?

A) Anaerobic exercise to be performed intermittently
B) Aerobic exercise of high intensity for relatively short duration
C) Aerobic exercise of low intensity for relatively long duration
D) All of the above are equally feasible

Question 6

The highest resting metabolism generally occurs among

A) older, lean males
B) older, obese males
C) young, lean males
D) young, obese males

Question 7

A meal high in _____ exerts the greatest thermal effect

A) alcohol
B) carbohydrate
C) lipid
D) protein