Which of the following is a characteristic of cholesterol?

a. It is absorbed directly into the blood
b. It is a precursor for bile and vitamin D synthesis
c. It is not formed in the body when provided by the diet
d. It is found in abundance in tropical fats such as palm oil


b

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A. when Rh-negative infants are born to Rh-positive mothers B. when Rh-positive infants are born to Rh-negative mothers C. when infants are born to folate-deficient mothers D. when infants are born to iron-deficient mothers E. when a fetus experiences lead poisoning in the womb

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Aldosterone secretion is stimulated by angiotensin and ____

A) ?decreased plasma potassium B) ?increased plasma sodium C) ?decreased concentrations of natriuretic peptides D) ?renin

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What is a function of cream of tartar in a recipe?

a. prevents the Maillard reaction b. enhances the Maillard reaction c. increases the alkalinity allowing for better leavening d. enhances gelation

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The nutrient standards used on Nutrition Facts panels are called ________.

A. Adequate Intakes B. Recommended Dietary Allowances C. Daily Values D. Estimated Average Requirements

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