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Chapter 6 True/False Quiz
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1

Most people have trouble consuming a diet containing all the essential amino acids.
A)True
B)False
2

An inadequate intake of dietary protein can stunt a child's growth.
A)True
B)False
3

Most enzymes are proteins.
A)True
B)False
4

Low-protein diets are suitable for weight loss because fat and carbohydrate can supply the missing nitrogen.
A)True
B)False
5

Because proteins are a combination of a variety of amino acids, it is crucial to consume sufficient amount of all amino acids in the diet.
A)True
B)False
6

Milk provides higher-quality proteins than most other foods.
A)True
B)False
7

Protein needs are the greatest late in the life span.
A)True
B)False
8

Athletes usually need at least triple the protein intake of non-athletes. Supplements are the preferred source.
A)True
B)False
9

Animal protein foods often contain large amounts of saturated fat.
A)True
B)False
10

Lack of endurance can be a symptom of severe protein deficiency.
A)True
B)False
11

Protein and Nitrogen (N) are related.
A)True
B)False
12

Marasmus is a disease caused by starvation and can be seen in children who live in large cities of impoverished countries.
A)True
B)False
13

It is important that insulin be injected by people with diabetes because this protein-containing hormone would be destroyed if taken orally.
A)True
B)False
14

Most of the energy in water-packed tuna is in the form of protein.
A)True
B)False
15

Extensive vitamin and mineral supplementation is necessary in a vegetarian diet because it is impossible to meet the needs of most vitamins and minerals without the consumption of meat.
A)True
B)False







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