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Chapter 05 - Fat: An Important Energy Source during Exercise
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Chapter 05
Fat: An Important Energy Source during Exercise
Multiple Choice Questions
1. How many Calories does one gram of fat yield?

A. 9
B. 7
C. 5
D. 4
Bloom's Level: 1. Remember

Learning Objective: 05-02
Question Type: Multiple Choice
Topic: Lipids
2. Which of the following foods has the highest cholesterol content?

A. Ice cream
B. French toast
C. Eggs
D. Lobster

Topic: Lipids
5-1
3. The major dietary source of lipids are

A. phospholipids.
B. cholesterol.
C. sterols.
D. triglycerides.

Topic: Lipids
5-2
4. Which of the following is true of lipids?

A. Lipids are a class of inorganic substances that are insoluble in water
B. Glycerol is obtained only from one's diet, with cholesterol as the major source
C. Fatty acids are classified according to the number of carbon atoms each contains and the
number of complete chemical bonds that each molecule has
D. Omega-3 fatty acids are a special class of monounsaturated fatty acids found mainly in fish
oils
Bloom's Level: 2. Understand

Topic: Lipids
5. The level of total cholesterol that represents the borderline/high risk category is _________
milligrams per deciliter of blood.
A. less than 180
B. 180-200
C. 200-239
D. 240-260

Topic: Lipids
6. Linoleic acid
A. is an essential fatty acid that must be supplied in the diet.
B. daily requirements range from 6-7 grams per day.
C. is hard to obtain in adequate amounts on a vegetarian diet.
D. is a saturated fatty acid that must be supplied in the diet.

Topic: Lipids
5-3
7. According to the American Dietetic Association, Dietitians of Canada, and the American
College of Sports Medicine, there are no health or performance benefits to consuming a diet
containing less than ________ percent energy from fat.
A. 5
B. 10
C. 15
D. 20
E. 25

Topic: Lipids
8. Dietary fats are absorbed into the body in which of the following ways?
A. Medium-chain triglycerides are converted to chylomicron and then transported directly to
the liver
B. Lipids are hydrolyzed into fatty acids, glycerol, cholesterol, and phospholipids with the aid
of the emulsifying action of the bile salts
C. Long-chain fatty acids are absorbed directly into the blood
D. A chylomicron is formed in the liver and then transported to the cells via the blood

Topic: Lipids
9. The most popularly known method of classification of the major lipoproteins is based on
the density of the lipoprotein particle. Which of the following statements is correct based on
this method?
A. Very low-density lipoproteins (VLDL) consist primarily of triglycerides from exogenous
sources
B. VLDL and IDL are both associated with apoprotein A
C. LDL or low-density lipoproteins contain a high proportion of triglycerides
D. High-density lipoproteins (HDL) contain 45-50 percent protein and are associated with
apoprotein A

Topic: Lipids
5-4
10. Body lipids serve which of the following functions?

A. They form body structures, help regulate metabolism, and provide a source of energy.
B. Cholesterol is a component of thyroxine and oxytocin, which have diverse effects in the
regulation of human metabolism.
C. The majority of the phospholipids in the body are used by the liver to produce bile salts.
D. All of the answers are correct.

Topic: Lipids
11. Which of the following is true concerning the functions of lipids in the body?
A. The majority of the triglycerides are stored within and between the muscle cells
B. The FFA are reduced to acetyl CoA and produce energy via the lactic acid system
C. Ketones are metabolic byproducts of excess fatty acid metabolism and are an important
energy source during fasting and starvation
D. The FFAs are used by the liver to form other lipids or glucose

Topic: Lipids
12. Fat is a very efficient, compact means to store energy

A. because fat has more than three times the Calories per gram than do carbohydrates and
protein.
B. as there is very little water in a gram of protein, compared to the 3-4 grams of water stored
with each gram of fat.
C. with approximately 80,000-100,000 Calories stored in the adipose tissue of the average
adult male.
D. None of the answers are correct.

Topic: Lipids
5-5
13. Which of the following is true for exercise when fat is the energy source?
A. During rest, most of the energy needs of the body are met by the supply of plasma FFA to
the cells.
B. Hormones, such as epinephrine, are secreted during exercise, activate HSL, and these
stimulate the release of FFA into the blood.
C. During high-intensity exercise, 75 percent of the total energy cost is derived from
carbohydrates, while the other 25 percent or less is derived from fat.
D. All of the answers are correct.

Topic: Lipids
14. Studies have shown that endurance trained athletes

A. derive more energy from carbohydrate at the same level of exercise than they did prior to
training.
B. rely less on ketones as an energy source.
C. have an increased muscle triglyceride content.
D. exhibit a decreased sensitivity of the adipose cells to epinephrine.

Topic: Lipids
15. Which of the following statements best reflects the research on fat loading?
A. Consumption of a high-fat meal several hours prior to performance will enhance
performance
B. The 40-30-30 diet will enhance athletic performance
C. Fasting for 24 hours will improve endurance exercise performance
D. Current scientific literature does not support the notion that fat loading will enhance
performance

Topic: Lipids
5-6
16. Which of the following statements regarding Omega-3 fatty acids is correct?
A. They may be metabolized to produce prostaglandin E, which may stimulate the release of
human growth hormone
B. They may be incorporated in the membrane of the red blood cell, making the RBC more
resistant to flow
C. They have been theorized to be ergogenic for endurance athletes only
D. There is sufficient scientific support for them to be classified as an ergogenic agent

Topic: Lipids
17. Which of the following statements concerning carnitine is NOT supported by current
research?
A. Carnitine is not an essential dietary nutrient
B. L-propionylcarnitine has been used to improve exercise capability in patients with serious
diseases
C. Most reviewers believe chronic supplementation will enhance prolonged aerobic
endurance performance
D. Acute supplementation does not appear to enhance performance
Bloom's Level: 4. Analyze

Topic: Lipids
18. The form by which cholesterol is transported in your blood may be related to the
development of atherosclerosis. In general,
A. high levels of high-density lipoproteins, which act in a process known as reverse
cholesterol transport, appear to lower the chances of developing atherosclerosis.
B. a high ratio of low-density lipoproteins to total cholesterol indicates a very low risk for
developing coronary heart disease.
C. high levels of high-density lipoproteins are associated with the formation of plaque
because they are prone to oxidation by macrophages.
D. None of the answers are correct.

Topic: Lipids
5-7
19. In order to improve your serum lipid profile you should limit your total intake of saturated
and trans fat to less than ________ percent of dietary Calories.
A. 10
B. 12
C. 15
D. 30

Topic: Lipids
20. To improve your serum lipid profile, it is recommended that you reduce your cholesterol
intake to _________ milligrams per day or less.
A. 150
B. 200
C. 250
D. 300

Topic: Lipids
21. The level of serum triglyceride that is considered desirable is ______ milligrams per
deciliter of blood.
A. less than 150
B. 200-300
C. 300-400
D. more than 400

Topic: Lipids
5-8
22. The apoproteins A (apo A) are associated with which type lipoprotein?
A. chylomicron
B. very low density
C. intermediate density
D. low density
E. high density

Topic: Lipids
23. In which of the following athletic events would fat assume a more important role as an
energy source for the muscles?
A. 800 meter run (2 minutes)
B. 25 mile bicycle race (1 hour)
C. 10 kilometer run (30 minutes)
D. 10 mile swim (4.5 hours)
E. soccer game (90 minutes)

Topic: Lipids
24. Which of the following statements relative to cholesterol is false?

A. all healthy diets should contain no cholesterol at all
B. your body will manufacture most of the cholesterol that it needs
C. cholesterol is a vital part of the structure of most body cells
D. cholesterol is involved in the formation of certain compounds in the body, such as several
hormones and bile salts
E. excessive accumulation of cholesterol in the blood may pose a high risk for the
development of coronary heart disease

Topic: Lipids
5-9
25. Which of the following is most conducive to the development of atherosclerosis?

A. a total cholesterol of 190 milligrams
B. a low level of very low density lipoprotein cholesterol
C. a high density lipoprotein cholesterol of 70 milligrams
D. a low density lipoprotein cholesterol of 170 milligrams
E. a total cholesterol/high density lipoprotein cholesterol ratio of less than 3.5

Topic: Lipids
26. Which lipid dietary component appears to be most likely to cause an increase in serum
cholesterol and the development of atherosclerosis?
A. Saturated and trans fats
B. polyunsaturated and linolenic fatty acids
C. monounsaturated and oleic fats
D. omega-3 and eicosapentanoeic fatty acids
E. phospholipids and triglycerides

Topic: Lipids
27. Which food exchange has the greatest percentage of its calories derived from fat?
A. skim milk
B. lean meat
C. starch/bread
D. vegetable
E. fruit

Topic: Lipids
5-10
28. Which of the following foods is likely to contain the least amount of saturated fats?
A. hard stick margarine with hydrogenated corn oil
B. cooking oil made of 100% olive oil
C. butter
D. sirloin steak
E. artificial coffee whitener made with palm oil

Topic: Lipids
29. Which of the following foods are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, particularly EPA and
DHA?
A. beans
B. oats
C. meat
D. fish
E. milk

Topic: Lipids
30. What compound in the diet cannot be used to form fat if it is consumed in excess?
A. fat
B. complex carbohydrate
C. simple carbohydrate
D. protein
E. alcohol
F. all are capable of forming fat

Topic: Lipids
5-11
31. Which compound is not found in plant foods?

A. saturated fats
B. polyunsaturated fats
C. cholesterol
D. iron
E. complex carbohydrates

Topic: Lipids
32. Which essential fatty acids are needed in the diet? (Hint: An AI has been set for both.)
A. linoleic and alpha-linolenic
B. oleic and canoleic
C. stearic and linoleic
D. palmitic and stearic
E. palmitic and palmitoleic

Topic: Healthy Diet Guidelines
33. Dietary fat helps the body absorb the fat-soluble vitamins, which include all of the
following EXCEPT:
A. A
B. K
C. C
D. D
E. E

Topic: Lipids
5-12
34. Which of the following statements relative to fats is FALSE?

A. hydrogenation of fats makes them more saturated
B. saturated fats are found primarily in animal foods
C. vegetable fats are primarily unsaturated fats
D. polyunsaturated fats are theorized to be more healthful than saturated fats
E. saturated fats appear to help lower blood cholesterol levels

Topic: Lipids
35. Which lipoprotein is theorized to transport cholesterol from the periphery to the liver for
excretion (reverse cholesterol transport)?
A. beta lipoprotein
B. LDL
C. IDL
D. HDL
E. Chylomicron

Topic: Lipids
36. Which of the following is NOT good advice in attempts to reduce SERUM cholesterol?
A. limit whole egg consumption to about 2-4 per week
B. eat fish and white poultry meat in place of saturated fat meat
C. drink skim milk instead of whole milk
D. use butter instead of soft tub, non-trans fatty acid margarine
E. eat more fruits, vegetables and whole grain products

Topic: Lipids
5-13
37. Fats may be a significant source of energy during exercise of low intensity and long
duration. What is the main form of fats that are used for energy production during low-
intensity exercise?
A. phospholipids derived from the cell membrane
B. chylomicrons from the liver
C. free fatty acids from the adipose cells and muscle cells
D. VLDL from the liver
E. cholesterol from the kidney

Topic: Lipids
38. Which of the following substances has been advertised for endurance athletes because,
theoretically, it would enhance the oxidation of free fatty acids by facilitating their transfer
into the mitochondria?
A. creatine
B. inosine
C. coenzyme Q10
D. alanine
E. carnitine

Topic: Lipids
39. An increase in which lipoprotein is theorized to be a major contributing factor to the

development of atherosclerosis?
A. VLDL
B. LDL
C. IDL
D. HDL
E. Chylomicron

Topic: Lipids
5-14
40. Triglycerides are released from the adipose cells as:

A. glucose and free fatty acids
B. glycerol and free fatty acids
C. glycogen and free fatty acids
D. gluconate and free fatty acids
E. glycocol and free fatty acids

Topic: Lipids
41. The recommended dietary goals for healthy Americans suggest that cholesterol intake be
reduced to less than _____ mg per day?
A. 50
B. 100
C. 300
D. 600
E. 1,000

42. Which of the following does not contain cholesterol?

A. milk
B. beef
C. white fish
D. beans
E. chicken

Topic: Lipids
5-15
43. Which of the following is not classified as a lipid?

A. lipoprotein
B. cholesterol
C. phospholipid
D. glycoprotein
E. triglyceride
F. all are classified as lipids

Topic: Lipids
44. What is the AMDR for daily total fat intake, as a percentage of daily calories?
A. 10-20
B. 20-35
C. 30-45
D. 45-65
E. 55-75

Topic: Lipids
45. A total cholesterol level of 185 milligrams/deciliter is classified as what category by the
National Cholesterol Education Program?
A. too low
B. desirable
C. borderline high
D. high
E. very high

5-16
46. The three principal risk factors associated with coronary artery disease are:
A. age, obesity, and high blood pressure
B. diabetes, high blood pressure, and gender
C. cigarette smoking, heredity, and high blood pressure
D. physical inactivity, diabetes, and high blood cholesterol
E. high blood pressure, cigarette smoking, and high blood cholesterol

Topic: Lipids
47. Which monounsaturated fatty acid is believed to reduce total cholesterol without reducing
HDL-cholesterol.
A. palmitic
B. lardeolic
C. stearic
D. oleic
E. monopolic

Topic: Lipids
48. Which of the following is a fat substitute, not a carbohydrate substitute?

A. Simplesse
B. Aspartame
C. Splenda
D. Saccharine
E. Sucralose

Topic: Lipids
5-17
49. Which of the following statements regarding fat loading strategies is FALSE?
A. Acute fat loading, such as consuming a meal high in fat before exercise, has not been
shown to enhance prolonged endurance performance
B. Although some studies suggest chronic fat loading may spare use of muscle glycogen
during endurance exercise, in general exercise scientists conclude that the technique is not an
effective ergogenic aid for endurance athletes
C. Carnitine supplementation has been shown to be a very effective dietary strategy to
enhance endurance performance, particularly in events such as marathon running
D. As compared to carbohydrate intake, research indicates that medium chain triglyceride
(MCT) supplementation does not enhance endurance performance
E. Omega-3 fatty acids have been hypothesized to enhance endurance performance, but
research studies are not supportive of an ergogenic effect

Topic: Lipids
50. Which of the following are considered to be the bad fats?

A. Polyunsaturated fatty acids
B. Olive oil and canola oil
C. Saturated and trans fatty acids
D. Monounsaturated fatty acids
E. Omega-3 fatty acids

Topic: Lipids
5-18
51. Which of the following is not a sound dietary strategy to help reduce serum cholesterol
levels?
A. Reduce the total amount of fats in the diet by eating more plant foods
B. Substitute monounsaturated fats for saturated fats
C. Eat more fish, particularly fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids
D. Consume less refined sugars and more complex carbohydrates with fiber
E. Consume more trans fats, which help increase HDL cholesterol

Topic: Lipids
52. L-carnitine supplementation has bee used effectively to improve exercise capability in
patients with all of the following EXCEPT:
A. congestive heart failure
B. peripheral vascular disease
C. diabetes
D. chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Topic: Lipids
True / False Questions
53. Due to potential health hazards, dietary fat holds no real value in human nutrition.
FALSE

Question Type: True/False
Topic: Lipids
5-19
54. Some plant foods, such as nuts, seeds, and avocados are very high in fat content.
TRUE

Topic: Lipids
55. The fat in most plant foods is mostly unsaturated.

TRUE

Topic: Lipids
56. Products that advertise they are 95 percent fat free will have 5 percent of their Calories as
fat.
FALSE

Topic: Lipids
57. Cholesterol is one of the lipids known as sterols and it is a fat found in animal tissues.
FALSE

Topic: Lipids
5-20
58. Plant foods contain small amounts of cholesterol.

FALSE

Topic: Lipids
59. Your body can make all of the phospholipids it needs.

TRUE

Topic: Lipids
60. One goal of the Healthy North American Diet is to reduce the average American's intake
of cholesterol to approximately 100 milligrams of cholesterol for every 1,000 Calories
consumed.
TRUE

61. A chylomicron contains large amounts of phospholipids and smaller amounts of

triglycerides.
FALSE
Bloom's Level: 3. Apply

Topic: Lipids
5-21
62. Adverse reactions to CLA supplementation are mild, with gastrointestinal distress being
most commonly reported.
TRUE

Topic: Lipids
63. Both amino acids and carbohydrates may be converted to fat via acetyl CoA when caloric
expenditure is less than caloric intake.
TRUE

Topic: Lipids
64. All fatty acids needed by the body may be synthesized in the body.
FALSE

Topic: Lipids
65. Eicosanoids possess hormone-like properties that influence a number of physiological

functions.
TRUE

Topic: Lipids
5-22
66. An enzyme known as hormone-sensitive lipase is necessary to transport the fatty acids
into the mitochondria.
FALSE

Topic: Lipids
67. Trained athletes use more fat than untrained athletes during a standardized exercise task.
TRUE

Topic: Lipids
68. On a per-calorie basis, trans fats appear to increase the risk of coronary heart disease no
more than any other macronutrient.
FALSE

Topic: Lipids
69. There appears to be a performance benefit associated with the consumption of a high-fat
meal several hours prior to performance.
FALSE

Topic: Lipids
5-23
70. There is considerable scientific data to support that the 40-30-30 diet plan enhances
athletic performance.
FALSE

Topic: Lipids
71. Glycerol has shown ergogenic effects because it prevents hypoglycemia and increases
body water stores.
FALSE

Topic: Lipids
72. Lecithin supplements do not appear to improve exercise performance, but several of its
constituents have been theorized to enhance exercise performance.
TRUE

Topic: Lipids
73. HCA supplementation is effective in increasing total fat oxidation in endurance-trained

individuals.
FALSE

Topic: Lipids
5-24
74. The total percentage of deaths due to coronary heart disease has been declining in recent
years and thus is no longer the number one cause of death among Americans.
FALSE

Topic: Lipids
75. Coronary heart disease should not be confused with coronary artery disease because the
first is primarily genetic, while the latter tends to be initiated by poor dietary choices.
FALSE

Topic: Lipids
76. Arteriosclerosis, one form of atherosclerosis, is characterized by deposits of various fatty

substances, cells, and debris on the arterial walls.
FALSE

Topic: Lipids
77. The major villain that may predispose an individual to coronary heart disease is high HDL
cholesterol levels.
FALSE

Topic: Lipids
5-25
78. To prevent the development of atherosclerosis or reverse its progress, an appropriate diet
and exercise program are the two key elements recommended by health professionals.
TRUE

Topic: Lipids
79. Many authorities believe that the benefits gained from exercise are actually due to
possible associated effects such as reductions in body fat and blood pressure.
FALSE

Topic: Lipids
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Chapter 05 - Fat: An Important Energy Source during Exercise

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many Calories does one gram of fat yield?

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember

2. Which of the following foods has the highest cholesterol content?

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember

3. The major dietary source of lipids are

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember

4. Which of the following is true of lipids?

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember

10. Body lipids serve which of the following functions?

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand

12. Fat is a very efficient, compact means to store energy

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand

14. Studies have shown that endurance trained athletes

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand

Bloom's Level: 4. Analyze

Bloom's Level: 4. Analyze

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand

24. Which of the following statements relative to cholesterol is false?

Bloom's Level: 4. Analyze

25. Which of the following is most conducive to the development of atherosclerosis?

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand

31. Which compound is not found in plant foods?

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand

34. Which of the following statements relative to fats is FALSE?

Bloom's Level: 4. Analyze

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand

39. An increase in which lipoprotein is theorized to be a major contributing factor to the

Bloom's Level: 2. Understand

40. Triglycerides are released from the adipose cells as:

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember

42. Which of the following does not contain cholesterol?

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember

43. Which of the following is not classified as a lipid?

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember