111.What is the function of lipoprotein lipase?

a.to synthesize lipoproteins in liver cells

b.to break down triglycerides in adipose cells

c.to assemble lipid particles into chylomicrons

d.to hydrolyze blood triglycerides for uptake into cells

112.What nutrient is used to form ketones?

a.fat

b.protein

c.simple carbohydrates

d.complex carbohydrates

113.What is the function of adipose cell hormone-sensitive lipase?

a.to hydrolyze hormones involved in fat breakdown

b.to synthesize new adipose cells from simple fatty acids

c.to hydrolyze triglycerides to provide fatty acids for other cells

d.to synthesize long-chain fatty acids to provide precursors for other cells

114.Approximately what percentage of the body’s energy needs at rest is supplied by fat?

a.5 percent

b.25 percent

c.40 percent

d.60 percent

115.Which of the following is the highest total blood cholesterol concentration that is desirable for otherwise healthy individuals?

a.1.5 mmol/L

b.2.5 mmol/L

c.3.7 mmol/L

d.5.2 mmol/L

116.Which of the following is the highest blood triglyceride concentration that is desirable for otherwise healthy individuals?

a.1.7 mmol/L

b.1.9 mmol/L

c.2.1 mmol/L

d.2.3 mmol/L

117.Which of the following dietary fatty acids has been found to raise blood cholesterol level by the least amount?

a.lauric acid

b.stearic acid

c.myristic acid

d.palmitic acid

118.The results of blood tests that reveal a person’s total cholesterol and triglycerides are called which of the following?

a.lipid profile

b.circulating fat count

c.personal lipids count

d.fat portfolio

119.Based on the following criteria which margarine product would be the best choice for an individual with high blood LDL cholesterol.

a.Free of saturated and trans fats

b.Free of cholesterol

c.More than 25% of fats as omega-3 fatty acids.

d.More than 75% of fats as polyunsaturated fatty acids.

120.In which of the following is the increased risk most closely linked to excessive intake of total fat rather than excessive intake of saturated fats?

a.colon cancer

b.obesity

c.heart disease

d.stroke