Risk factors for cardiovascular disease in old age remain the same as in younger adults except that the factors have _____ in old age.

A. more predictive value
B. no predictive value
C. less predictive value
D. fewer repetitions
E. more meaning


Answer: C

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Which commonly used method for assessing body fat content uses calipers to measure the thickness of fat folds that lie underneath the skin?

a. skinfold measurement b. bioelectrical impedance analysis c. magnetic resonance imaging d. dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry e. whole-body air displacement

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The FDA has banned the sale of beverages containing both caffeine and alcohol

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Answer the following questions true (T) or false (F)

1. The Estimated Energy Requirement determines the desired kilocalorie level which is needed to maintain energy balance by assessing every minute of movement and physical activity throughout the day 2. The Estimated Energy Requirement and the Harris-Benedict equations assess every minute of movement and physical activity that you do throughout the day to determine daily calorie needs. 3. Harris-Benedict equation calculates RMR based on gender, age, height, weight, and lean body mass and applies an activity factor to determine total daily energy expenditure.

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