Which of the following describes the main symptom(s) of beriberi?

A. dermatitis
B. muscle wasting and nerve damage
C. hemorrhaging
D. blindness


Answer: B

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The kitchen layout below is characteristic of which foodservice system? Deck ovens / Range / Tilting skillet / Refrigerator / Freezer / Preparation counter / Bulk hot carts / Bulk cold carts

a. commissary b. conventional c. ready-prepared d. assembly-serve

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Which of the following provides the best indicator of risk of death from all causes?

a. Body mass index b. Health insurance coverage c. Weight for body frame size d. Weight in pounds for age

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Only people who follow a macrobiotic diet exclude all animal products from their diets

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

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