1891. During pregnancy protein ( nitrogen) balance should be :

A. Negative
B. In equilibrium
C. Positive *
D. None of these

1892. The RDA for protein of a 60- Kilogram (132 pound) woman is :

A. 42 Grams
B. 48 Grams *
C. 54 Grams
D. 60 Grams

1893. An adequate protein intake recommendation is _______ of total energy intake :

A. 5 to 10 %
B. 10 to 15 % *
C. 15 to 20 %
D. 20 to 25 %

1894. If a person’s diet does not provide the protein they need to build and repair tissues for an extended period of time:

A. decrease in the size of the liver, heart muscle, and skeletal muscle
B. an increase in the amount of fluid in the extracellular spaces
C . an ineffective immune system
D. All of the above *

1895. IF a person takes in more protein than the body needs , the excess protein will be :

A. Excreted in urine
B. Converted to fat energy and stored in adipose (Fat cells)
C. Use to provide energy for the body if needed
D. B and C *

1896. The need of protein is increased :

A. During weekend sports event
B. When under stressful condition
C. During pregnancy and lactation *
D. Whenever physical activity is increased

1897. The exchange list group that contributes no protein is :

A. Milk
B. Starch
C. Vegetables
D. Fruit *

1898. Which of the following does not need to be taken into account when calculating protein requirements ?

A. Digestibility of protein
B. Quantity of energy in the diet
C. Tertiary structure *
D. Biological value

1899. Biological value is essentially :

A. Protein (Nitrogen)utilization *
B. Protein(Nitrogen )absorption
C. Protein (Nitrogen) balance
D. A measure of protein (nitrogen) needs.

1900. The biological value of which food is the highest ?

A. Milk
B. Meat
C. Corn
D. Egg Whites *