151.What is the RDA for protein for a 48-kg woman?

a.24 g

b.34 g

c.38 g

d.40 g

152.The current RDA for protein is based on which of the following assumptions?

a.Energy needs will be met from carbohydrates and protein.

b.Adult males have the highest proportionate protein needs.

c.Ideal body weight is a better reference that current body weight.

d.Needs are based on dietary protein from animal sources only.

153.What is the range of daily protein intake recommended for athletes?

a.0.8–1.1 g/kg

b.1.2–1.7 g/kg

c.1.8–2.4 g/kg

d.2.5–3.0 g/kg

154.Your friend Jill has just joined an elite-level college soccer team. How much protein should she consume each day?

a.0.8 g/kg

b.0.9 to 1.0 g/kg

c.1.2–1.7 g/kg

d.2.5–2.9 g/kg

155.Which of the following is an assumption made in the formulation of the RDA for protein?

a.Dietary protein is of high quality only.

b.Dietary protein is of animal origin only.

c.Dietary carbohydrate and fat intakes are adequate.

d.Dietary protein should represent 12 percent of total energy.

156.Which of the following assumptions were made by the committee in setting the North American RDA for protein?

a.Only 10% of energy needs would need to come from protein.

b.Protein eaten would be of mixed quality.

c.Levels would be high enough to cover the needs of athletes.

d.Other nutrients in the diet would exceed recommended daily allowances.

157.Which of the following conditions would raise the recommendations for protein above those set by the DRI committee?

a.If energy intake exceeded needs.

b.If dietary protein were from a mix of low- and high-quality sources.

c..If recommendations included lightly active individuals.

d.If recommendations per kg body weight for all ages were set at the level required for infants.

158.Which of the following would be the primary principle of wise diet planning as related to protein nutrition?

a.variety

b.moderation

c.nutrient density

d.kcalorie control

159.If protein needs are expressed per kilogram of body weight, which of the following describes the requirements of infants?

a.less than adults

b.similar to adults

c.greater than adults

d.less than adolescents

160.What is the percentage of total energy derived from protein in a diet containing 50 g of protein and 2000 kcalories?

a.2.5 percent

b.5 percent

c.10 percent

d.20 percent