Diet Planning and Assessment MCQs 50 Score: 0 Attempted: 0/50 Subscribe 1. : Which nutrient provides the highest amount of energy per gram? (A) Carbohydrates (B) Fats (C) Proteins (D) Vitamins 2. : The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) is defined as: (A) Minimum intake to prevent deficiency (B) Average requirement of nutrients for half the population (C) Daily intake sufficient for nearly all healthy individuals (D) Maximum safe intake level 3. : Body Mass Index (BMI) is calculated by: (A) Weight (kg) / Height (m²) (B) Height (m²) / Weight (kg) (C) Weight (lbs) × Height (inches) (D) Height (m) / Weight (kg) 4. : Which nutrient is considered a macronutrient? (A) Iron (B) Vitamin C (C) Protein (D) Zinc 5. : The Dietary Guidelines are primarily designed for: (A) Patients only (B) Healthy individuals (C) Athletes (D) Children only 6. : A balanced diet should provide approximately what percentage of calories from carbohydrates? (A) 10–20% (B) 20–30% (C) 45–65% (D) 70–80% 7. : Which of the following methods is used for dietary assessment? (A) MRI scan (B) 24-hour dietary recall (C) Ultrasound (D) Blood transfusion 8. : The basal metabolic rate (BMR) primarily depends on: (A) Sleep pattern (B) Body composition and age (C) Dietary fiber (D) Blood glucose 9. : Which vitamin is fat-soluble? (A) Vitamin C (B) Vitamin B12 (C) Vitamin A (D) Vitamin B6 10. : The process of evaluating dietary intake and nutritional status is called: (A) Diet planning (B) Nutrition assessment (C) Metabolic testing (D) Health screening 11. : A food exchange system is used primarily for: (A) Weight training (B) Meal planning for diabetes (C) Protein metabolism (D) Vitamin supplementation 12. : Which nutrient is the primary energy source during rest? (A) Carbohydrates (B) Proteins (C) Fats (D) Vitamins 13. : The main objective of dietary planning is to: (A) Eliminate all fats (B) Ensure nutritional adequacy (C) Reduce body temperature (D) Increase blood pressure 14. : Protein requirement increases during: (A) Fever (B) Pregnancy (C) Rest (D) Sleep 15. : The Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR) provides: (A) Safe intake limits for nutrients (B) Guidelines for vitamin absorption (C) Calorie needs for infants (D) Energy yield of micronutrients 16. : Which tool helps analyze dietary patterns? (A) Food frequency questionnaire (B) X-ray (C) ECG (D) MRI 17. : A BMI of 30 or higher indicates: (A) Underweight (B) Normal weight (C) Overweight (D) Obesity 18. : The main function of carbohydrates in the diet is to: (A) Build tissues (B) Provide energy (C) Absorb vitamins (D) Improve immunity 19. : Which mineral is important for hemoglobin synthesis? (A) Iron (B) Calcium (C) Zinc (D) Potassium 20. : Dietary fiber helps in: (A) Protein metabolism (B) Digestive health (C) Vitamin absorption (D) Calcium deposition 21. : Nutrient density refers to foods that are: (A) High in calories but low in nutrients (B) Low in calories and nutrients (C) High in nutrients relative to calories (D) Only high in fats 22. : Which of the following provides 4 kcal/g? (A) Alcohol (B) Protein (C) Fat (D) Fiber 23. : The term “empty calories” refers to: (A) Foods high in sugar and fat but low in nutrients (B) Foods rich in fiber (C) Foods rich in vitamins (D) Foods low in carbohydrates 24. : Which factor does NOT affect energy requirements? (A) Age (B) Gender (C) Eye color (D) Physical activity 25. : The ideal BMI range for adults is: (A) 10–15 (B) 16–18 (C) 18.5–24.9 (D) 25–30 26. : Which is the best source of omega-3 fatty acids? (A) Fish oil (B) Milk (C) Wheat (D) Butter 27. : The food pyramid is designed to: (A) Increase fast-food consumption (B) Promote balanced eating (C) Decrease calorie intake only (D) Limit all carbohydrates 28. : The key principle of diet planning is: (A) Variety (B) Monotony (C) Restriction (D) Elimination 29. : Excess sodium intake is associated with: (A) Low blood sugar (B) Hypertension (C) Anemia (D) Dehydration 30. : Which nutrient helps repair body tissues? (A) Proteins (B) Carbohydrates (C) Fats (D) Minerals 31. : The 24-hour recall method relies on: (A) Food diary recording (B) Memory of food consumed (C) Blood analysis (D) Energy expenditure 32. : Water-soluble vitamins include: (A) Vitamins A, D, E, K (B) Vitamin B-complex and C (C) Vitamin A and C (D) Vitamin K and B12 33. : The main component of plasma proteins is: (A) Collagen (B) Albumin (C) Myosin (D) Elastin 34. : Which factor decreases BMR? (A) Fever (B) Fasting (C) Stress (D) Exercise 35. : A food label showing “% Daily Value” helps consumers: (A) Identify nutrient contribution to daily diet (B) Measure protein digestibility (C) Check product expiration (D) Determine food color 36. : Which of the following is NOT a component of nutritional assessment? (A) Anthropometric (B) Biochemical (C) Clinical (D) Cosmetic 37. : The main goal of dietary assessment is to: (A) Estimate nutrient intake (B) Detect infections (C) Measure oxygen level (D) Diagnose cancer 38. : Malnutrition can result from: (A) Excess or deficiency of nutrients (B) Proper balanced diet (C) Regular exercise (D) Adequate rest 39. : The nutrient important for bone health is: (A) Calcium (B) Iron (C) Iodine (D) Zinc 40. : Diet planning for athletes should emphasize: (A) High fat intake (B) Balanced carbohydrates and protein (C) Only vitamins (D) Low calorie foods 41. : A diet low in fiber may lead to: (A) Constipation (B) Obesity (C) Diabetes (D) Hypertension 42. : Which nutrient supports immune function? (A) Vitamin C (B) Sodium (C) Cholesterol (D) Starch 43. : The term “RMR” stands for: (A) Resting Metabolic Rate (B) Rapid Metabolism Rate (C) Regular Macronutrient Ratio (D) Reduced Mineral Requirement 44. : Energy balance occurs when: (A) Energy intake = Energy expenditure (C) Energy intake < Energy output (D) No energy is used 45. : Which of the following food groups provides the most dietary fiber? (A) Fruits and vegetables (B) Meat and fish (C) Milk and dairy (D) Oils and fats 46. : A diet deficient in vitamin D causes: (A) Anemia (B) Rickets (C) Scurvy (D) Beriberi 47. : Which is a limitation of the food frequency questionnaire? (A) High cost (B) Recall bias (C) Time efficiency (D) Precision in measurement 48. : Which nutrient helps in oxygen transport in blood? (A) Iron (B) Calcium (C) Iodine (D) Zinc 49. : The first step in diet planning is: (A) Assess nutritional needs (B) Prescribe supplements (C) Choose favorite foods (D) Count calories 50. : The best way to maintain a healthy diet is to: (A) Follow balanced and varied meals (B) Eat only one type of food (C) Skip breakfast (D) Avoid all fats