AFAA Nutrition and Weight Management 3

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a component of total daily energy expenditure (TDEE)?

Accepted Answer

Sleep quality score

Answer

TDEE includes BMR, thermic effect of food, and physical activity expenditure; sleep quality score is not an energy expenditure component.

Question 2

Protein intake recommendations for individuals engaged in regular resistance training are generally:

Accepted Answer

1.6–2.2 g/kg/day

Answer

Strength-trained individuals benefit from 1.6–2.2 g of protein per kilogram of body weight daily to support muscle protein synthesis.

Question 3

The glycemic index (GI) measures:

Accepted Answer

How quickly a food raises blood glucose levels compared to pure glucose

Answer

The GI ranks foods by how rapidly they elevate blood glucose relative to glucose (GI = 100), helping guide carbohydrate choices.

Question 4

Which condition describes insufficient iron intake leading to reduced hemoglobin production?

Accepted Answer

Iron-deficiency anemia

Answer

Iron-deficiency anemia results from inadequate iron intake, impairing hemoglobin synthesis and reducing oxygen transport to muscles.

Question 5

Which post-exercise nutrition strategy best supports muscle repair and glycogen replenishment?

Accepted Answer

Consuming carbohydrates and protein within 30–60 minutes post-exercise

Answer

A post-exercise meal or snack with both carbohydrates and protein within the recovery window maximizes glycogen resynthesis and muscle protein synthesis.

AFAA - Aerobics and Fitness Association of America Practice Test

AFAA - Aerobics and Fitness Association of America Practice Test

AFAA Nutrition and Weight Management 3