1. When energy intake exceeds energy expenditure, the result may be

a. anorexia.

b. malnutrition.

c. obesity.

d. hyperactivity.

2. If the ideal weight for height for a person is 110 lbs and his/her current weight is 140 lbs then he/she can be classified as

a. slightly overweight.

b. underweight.

c. obese.

d. extreme obese.

3. The most important factor in determining fatness or leanness is

a. weight.

b. height.

c. body composition.

d. diet.

4. An example of an extreme weight-loss measure is

a. a sound food plan.

b. aerobic exercise.

c. behavior modification.

d. fasting.

5. The most precise method for determining body composition is

a. skinfold calipers.

b. body weight.

c. underwater weighing.

d. fitness testing.

6. It is difficult to define “ideal weight” because

a. body weight increases with age.

b. men tend to weigh more than women.

c. body weight is largely determined by genetics.

d. a wide range of weights can be associated with good health.

7. The total body fat content that is associated with the lowest risk of chronic disease for women is

a. 7.0% – 15.8%.

b. 14.5% – 22.0%.

c. 12.0% – 25.8%.

d. 32.2% – 36.9%.

8. A teenage girl who has a distorted body image and refuses to maintain a minimal acceptable body weight should be evaluated for

a. anorexia nervosa.

b. bulimia nervosa.

c. fasting.

d. compulsive dieting.

9. Health problems related to obesity include

a. hypertension and lung disease.

b. hypertension and diabetes.

c. diabetes and arthritis.

d. arthritis and asthma.

10. For men, the range of body fat percentage associated with the lowest risk of chronic disease is

a. 7.0% – 15.8%.

b. 14.5% – 22.0%.

c. 21.0% – 25.8%.

d. 32.2% – 36.9%.