Question 1

Athletes who train exhaustively for endurance events may want to aim for a carbohydrate intake level in what range?

Accepted Answer

A)  50-70% 
B)  65-90% 
C)  65-75% 
D)  70-80%

Question 2

Which of the following foods should an athlete eat in order to consume an adequate amount of B vitamins, magnesium, and chromium?

Accepted Answer

A)  low-fat milk 
B)  whole grains 
C)  lean meats 
D)  leafy vegetables

Question 3

What are the fuels that support physical activity and how does the body use these fuels?

Accepted Answer

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Question 4

Which of the following performance-enhancing substances is one of the most dangerous and illegal ergogenic aids?

Accepted Answer

A)  dehydroepiandrosterone (DHE
A)  and androstenedione 
B)  chromium picolinate 
C)  anabolic steroid hormones 
D)  creatine

Question 5

On average, people who regularly engage in physical activity live longer than those who are physically inactive.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Which of the following nutrients does the body need most?

Accepted Answer

A)  water 
B)  fat 
C)  protein 
D)  carbohydrate

Question 7

Which of the following nutrients is important for athletes because it is needed for the formation of collagen?

Accepted Answer

A)  thiamin 
B)  vitamin E 
C)  iron 
D)  vitamin C

Question 8

Which of the following conditions is a symptom of hyponatremia?

Accepted Answer

A)  bloating 
B)  fatigue 
C)  severe thirst 
D)  rapid heartbeat

Question 9

What is the name of the illegal drug that has been used to increase oxygen capacity in athletes?

Accepted Answer

A)  guarana 
B)  spirulina 
C)  ephedra 
D)  epoetin

Question 10

On average, protein contributes about what percentage of the total fuel used during activity and during rest?

Accepted Answer

A)  5% 
B)  10% 
C)  15% 
D)  20%

Question 11

Why are female vegetarian athletes particularly vulnerable to iron deficiency?

Accepted Answer

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Question 12

About how much of a person's available glycogen is used up within the first 20 minutes or so of moderate activity?

Accepted Answer

A)  one-fifth 
B)  one-fourth 
C)  one-third 
D)  one-half

Question 13

What is a good reason for avoiding alcohol before participating in an athletic event?

Accepted Answer

A)  it is a diuretic 
B)  it makes people overconfident 
C)  it promotes excretion of vitamin C 
D)  it causes heart palpitations

Question 14

Iron-deficiency anemia impairs physical performance because iron helps deliver the muscles' oxygen.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Which of the following nutrients fuels physical activity to a smaller extent?

Accepted Answer

A)  blood glucose 
B)  amino acids 
C)  fatty acids 
D)  stored glycogen

Question 16

As a general rule, endurance athletes should aim for an average intake of how many Calories per kilogram of body weight?

Accepted Answer

A)  23 
B)  41 
C)  50 
D)  75

Question 17

What characteristic should an athlete's pregame meal have?

Accepted Answer

A)  high in protein 
B)  high in fibre 
C)  high in carbohydrate 
D)  high in unsaturated fat

Question 18

What type of foods should athletes eat in order to maximize muscle glycogen synthesis after strenuous training?

Accepted Answer

A)  foods with small amounts of sodium 
B)  foods with high water volume 
C)  foods with increased fat content 
D)  foods with a high glycemic index

Question 19

What does the term "ergogenic" imply about a product?

Accepted Answer

A)  the product has special work-enhancing powers 
B)  accurate research has been completed on the product 
C)  the product is safe for athletes to consume 
D)  the product's vitamin content is beneficial for athletes

Question 20

What impact might a moderate amount of caffeine consumed about an hour before activity have on an athlete?

Accepted Answer

A)  it creates a feeling of fullness 
B)  it may assist performance 
C)  it depletes glycogen stores 
D)  it slows down reactions

Exam 10: Nutrients, Recreational Physical Activity, and the Bodys Responses