21) The cartilage that is located at the end of long bones that closes when growth ceases is called what?

A) the cortical plate

B) the trabecular plate

C) the osteoid plate

D) the epiphyseal plate

22) Which of the following will NOT help establish healthful eating habits in toddlers?

A) Provide small meals alternated with nutritious snacks.

B) Model healthful eating.

C) Use food as a reward for healthful behaviors.

D) Use positive reinforcement to encourage healthful behaviors.

23) Which of the following correctly describes “milk displacement”?

A) the self-weaning of an infant from breast milk

B) the recent surge in formula use

C) the avoidance of dairy products due to the fear of agricultural contaminants

D) the selection of low-nutrient beverages (e.g., soda) in place of milk

24) Which of the following is associated with the premature closure of the epiphyseal plate?

A) malnutrition

B) excessive calcium intake

C) obesity

D) reduced activity level

25) Which of the following is NOT characteristic of adolescent eating habits?

A) low intake of fruits and vegetables

B) preference for fast food and convenience foods

C) regular consumption of three meals per day

D) soft drinks preferred over milk

26) Which of the following is NOT related to the increased iron needs in adolescence?

A) Muscle mass increases.

B) Food choices are often inadequate in iron.

C) Iron is lost because of menstruation (in girls).

D) Iron utilization slows down.

27) Adolescent acne is caused by

A) eating fatty foods.

B) hormonal changes.

C) lack of adequate fluid intake.

D) consumption of chocolate.

28) The leading cause of death among high-school youths is

A) automobile accidents.

B) alcohol intoxication occurrences.

C) eating disorders.

D) drug overdoses.

29) Which of the following is NOT a strong influence on adolescent food patterns?

A) peers

B) personal food preferences

C) parents

D) their own sense of what foods comprise a healthful, adequate diet

30) Which of the following BEST describes the “Milk Matters” campaign?

A) government campaign to encourage teens to consume more milk and dairy foods

B) nationwide initiative that aims to improve the calcium intake among senior citizens

C) fundraising campaign to supplement financial revenues lost when vending machines are banned from public schools

D) media literacy curriculum for adolescent girls that promotes healthy body images