Which of the following is a common field test used to assess body composition?

a. waist-to-hip measurement
b. skinfold test
c. hydrostatic weighing
d. DXA


Answer: b. skinfold test

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Which of the following foods would provide the highest nutrient density for calcium?

a. cheddar cheese b. fat-free milk c. ice cream d. frozen yogurt

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of the following methods of estimating energy expenditure does NOT require knowledge of the individual's age?

A) ?doubly labeled water method B) ?Harris-Benedict prediction equation C) ?Mifflin-St. Jeor equation D) ?estimated energy requirement equation

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