Which of the following is used by the body to synthesize arachidonic acid?

a. Oleic acid b. Linoleic acid
c. Palmitic acid d. Linolenic acid


b

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When you exercise, your body uses glycogen to maintain blood glucose levels. Which vitamin acts as a coenzyme during this process?

A) folate B) vitamin B6 C) vitamin B12 D) biotin

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A foreign antigen has entered the body, which has elicited the immune response. A helper T cell binds to an antigen fragment on an antigen-presenting cell. What happens next??

A) ?B cells produce more antibodies. B) ?A cytotoxic T cell destroys the antigen. C) ?Free antibodies attach to the antigens. D) ?A macrophage engulfs the target antigen.

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A health care professional was asked by a nursing mom, "How many glasses of water should I drink a today?" What would be an appropriate recommendation?

a. 6-8 glasses b. 8-10 glasses c. >10 glasses d. Drink enough fluids to keep your urine pale yellow.

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A major guideline for healthy people is to limit calorie intakes and obtain more and varied selections of _____

a. red meats b. refined grains c. full-fat milk or milk products d. naturally sweetened beverages e. fruits and vegetables

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