ACE Nutrition & Weight Management

Question 1

How many kilocalories (kcal) are provided per gram of dietary fat?

Accepted Answer

9 kcal

Answer

4 kcal

Answer

7 kcal

Answer

11 kcal

Question 2

What is the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR) for carbohydrates as a percentage of total daily calories?

Accepted Answer

45–65%

Answer

10–30%

Answer

20–35%

Answer

55–75%

Question 3

Which type of dietary fiber has been shown to help reduce LDL cholesterol levels?

Accepted Answer

Soluble fiber

Answer

Insoluble fiber

Answer

Resistant starch

Answer

Cellulose

Question 4

What is the thermic effect of food (TEF)?

Accepted Answer

The energy required to digest, absorb, and metabolize nutrients

Answer

The caloric content of food after cooking

Answer

The heat produced by the body during exercise

Answer

The rate at which food raises core body temperature

Question 5

According to the ACE Integrated Fitness Training Model, which professional is qualified to provide individualized medical nutrition therapy?

Accepted Answer

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)

Answer

ACE-certified Personal Trainer

Answer

NSCA-certified Strength Coach

Answer

Sports medicine physician only

Question 6

Which macronutrient is the predominant fuel source during high-intensity anaerobic exercise?

Accepted Answer

Carbohydrate

Answer

Fat

Answer

Protein

Answer

Alcohol

Question 7

What is the general recommendation for daily protein intake for a recreationally active adult, per kilogram of body weight?

Accepted Answer

0.8–1.0 g/kg

Answer

0.4–0.6 g/kg

Answer

1.4–1.7 g/kg

Answer

2.5–3.0 g/kg