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The fight-or-flight reaction occurs even if a physical response to a stressor is unnecessary

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True

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Major life changes are more likely to cause stress-related illness in someone with a strong support network compared with someone who is more of a loner

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False

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Reduced-fat foods usually contain significantly fewer calories than their full-fat counterparts

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False

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Studies have shown that surviving spouses may have increased odds for heart disease, cancer, depression, alcoholism, and suicide

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True

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Which of the following statements about depression and suicide is FALSE?

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A sudden lightening of mood in a depressed person indicates the danger of suicide has passed

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protect cells from damage by blocking the formation of free radicals

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Antioxidants

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Americans consume more resources, generate more pollution, and discard more waste than any other people on the planet.

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true

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Practicing mindfulness helps an individual learn to

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be in touch with life as it happens

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average home in the United States generates about ______ pounds of hazardous waste annually

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100

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Which of the following stressors would NOT be the result of poor time management

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loneliness

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Which of the following is an example of a stressor

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getting a flat tire

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Individuals who volunteer may experience a "helper's high" that is similar to a "runner's high

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true

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Which of the following is the linear order originally presented by Kübler-Ross

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denial and isolation, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance

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Which of the following is recommended by your text as a time-management strategy

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Schedule tasks for peak efficiency

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Most of the fats in food take the form

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triglycerides

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of the following statements are TRUE about deforestation, EXCEPT

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reforestation in North America has had no effect on the size and health of forests since 1920

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People who work in rewarding "helping" professions such as teachers and social workers are less prone to burnout than people in other types of professions

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False

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It is recommended that a person should lose no more than 0.5 to 2 pounds per week

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True

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_________________ is a way to slow your racing thoughts and quiet your mind by focusing on a word, an object, or a process

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Meditation

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Those who exercise regularly have a milder physical stress response than non-exercisers

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True

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The General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS) theorizes that stress

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can be either eustress or distress

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Research has shown that religious people are less likely to consider suicide than the general population

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true

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If you have a friend with an eating disorder, it is a good strategy to offer advice about eating habits and praise the person's appearance

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false

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The goal of hospice care is to provide comfort and dignity for dying individuals and their families

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true

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Censoring what is written in a journal is a good way of placing and leaving negative experiences in the past so that they do not continue to cause emotional stress

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False

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Prescription weight-loss drugs are usually recommended only to people with a BMI over

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30

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About half of U.S. households use bottled water as the main source of drinking water

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False

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Meditation and prayer, in combination with traditional medical treatments, are reported to decrease

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chronic pain

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Weight loss of _______ of body weight is enough to reduce health risks and increase life expectancy in obese individuals

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5-10%

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Individuals who have trouble expressing their anger might benefit from

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assertiveness training

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Stress triggered by pleasant stressors is called distress

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False

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Which of the following best describes the endocrine system

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affects body functions through the release of hormones

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The goal of hospice is to

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improve the quality of a patient's last days by providing comfort and dignity

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What index value of the Air Quality Index (AQI) indicates an unhealthy air quality level for the general population

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151-200

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The mixing of ecological, ethical, and spiritual knowledge and belief is called

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eco-spirituality

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A diet high in dietary fiber has been shown to combat diabetes and high cholesterol levels

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True

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Adequate sleep improves mood, fosters feelings of competence and self-worth, enhances mental functioning, and supports emotional functioning

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True

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Frequent expressions of hostility increase the risk of heart disease

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True

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Today, the United States recycles what percentage of its waste

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28

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Stress can result from either negative or positive situations

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40

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The sympathetic division is best defined as

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a division of the autonomic nervous system that activates during times of arousal, including exercise, and when there is an emergency, such as severe pain, anger or fear

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Which one of the following elements in the energy balance equation is under individual control

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energy intake from food

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Past experiences can affect behavioral responses to a particular stressor

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true

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How long does it take chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) to reach the upper atmosphere and affect the ozone layer

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eleven to twenty years

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Individuals who increase their fat free mass increase their metabolic rate

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true

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Although the United States contains 4.5 percent of the world population, it uses more than half of the world's commercial energy

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false

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Two nutrients of particular concern for women are

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Calcium and iron

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In comparison with the general public, religious people

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are likely to receive support from others

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Which of the following statements about regular exercise and its ability to help manage stress is FALSE

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Exercise reduces energy levels

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A high allostatic load can be due to poor adaptation to common

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True

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All of the following statements are TRUE about the United States' energy needs, except

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the U.S. Geological Survey estimates that there about 16 billion barrels of oil that can be profitably extracted from the Artic National Wildlife Refuge in Alaska

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In reference to the stages of dying; studies have shown that these stages are linear—stages are not revisited during the process

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False

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The Air Quality Air Index measures air pollutants in communities on a 0 to 100 scale

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false

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On average, Americans spend more than ten times more time watching television each day than they do exercising

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true

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Some scientists believe replacing old-growth forests with second-growth forests has caused an overall reduction in biodiversity

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true

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A history of weight loss reduces metabolic rate

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true

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Which of the following health problems has NOT been linked to uncontrolled stress

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Type 1 diabetes

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How many ounce-equivalents of meat and beans per day are recommended by USDA's MyPyramid for someone on a 2000-calorie diet

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5.5

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Hydrogenated vegetable oils are typically ________ than vegetable oils that have not been hydrogenated

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higher in saturated fat

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Stress is best defined as

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the general physical and emotional state associated with the stress response

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Which of the following is NOT a symptom of grief

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eustress

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The body mass index (BMI) of Miss America winners has increased since the 1920s, paralleling the increase in BMI among Americans

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False

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Vitamins are classified as either water-soluble or fat-soluble

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true

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Which of the following nutrients does NOT help build and maintain bone density

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phosphorous

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Energy density is

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the number of calories per ounce or gram of weight in food

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Following any type of vegetarian diet requires the use of dietary supplements such as fiber pills

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false

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Behavioral responses to stress are controlled by the somatic nervous system

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true

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Which of the following are micronutrients

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minerals

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Your body begins releasing endorphins, your heart rate accelerates, and your hearing and vision become more acute. You are experiencing

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the fight-or-flight reaction

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Scientists project that global warming could cause temperatures to rise by _____ degrees Fahrenheit by the end of the twenty-first century

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10

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Which of the following groups is more likely to consume excess calories throughout the day?

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those who skip breakfast

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Women who may become pregnant should take a vitamin C supplement daily

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false

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How much daily physical activity is recommended for someone who is trying to maintain weight loss

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60 or more minutes

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Ozone in the upper atmosphere prevents 95 percent of the sun's UV rays from reaching the earth's surface

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true

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Insomnia and poor appetite are possible symptoms of depression

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true

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Focusing on past experiences is part of meditation.

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false

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The Food and Nutrition Board recommends that protein intake should be 45-65% of total daily calories

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false

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How does service learning encourage students to take a positive role in their community

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Service learning teaches students how to get involved in the lives of others.

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An individual can only grant a durable power of attorney for health care to his or her legal spouse

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false

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Endurance athletes may need to consume additional

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carbs

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Which one of the following is the largest component of metabolism

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resting metabolism

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the United States is second only to China in the production of hazardous waste

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false

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Surgical interventions are not recommended if a person is more than 50 pounds overweight

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false

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The average adult needs about 3000 calories a day to meet individual energy needs

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false

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Which of the following statements about psychological and social factors in eating behavior is FALSE

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Changing eating patterns linked to cultural values is usually easy

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Endorphins are released during the fight-or-flight reaction to relieve pain in case of injury

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true

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Stress can be the result of

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all of the above

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Uncontrolled stress may lead to menstrual irregularities, impotence, and pregnancy complications

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true

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The best predictor of maintaining weight loss after a commercial weight-loss program is regular exercise

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true

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The primary source of calcium in the diet

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dairy products

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The protective shield created by ozone in the stratosphere prevents about _____ percent of the sun's UV rays from reaching the earth's surface

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95

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The recommended daily intake of fiber for women is ________ grams

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25

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Controlling body weight is best accomplished by

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balancing calories consumed with calories expended

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One cup of pasta counts as one ounce-equivalent from the grains food group

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False

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Women usually have higher metabolic rates than men

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False

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Popcorn is a whole-grain food

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True

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Which type of smog is a major problem in many cities in developed countries during the summer

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photochemical

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Expecting perfection and expecting the worst are both examples of cognitive distortions associated with negative self-talk

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true

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All of the following statements are TRUE about waste management in the United States, EXCEPT

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one of the primary disposal methods of hazardous waste is injection into sanitary landfills.

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Crops grown as organic must meet limits on pesticide residues

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True

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Which term best fits a Type A personality

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cynical

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Human activities, not natural events, are the primary cause of air pollution today

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true

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A good nutritional strategy for coping with stress is to

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limit caffeine intake

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After controlling for health-related variables such as age and health habits, research has found that spiritually connected persons do not live longer than those who are not spiritually connected

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false

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Hospice care is intended for people who no longer respond to cure-oriented medical treatment

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true

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Sports drinks are a good choice as a fluid replacement for activities lasting longer than 90 minutes

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true

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Journaling as a method to build spirituality serves which primary purpose?

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understand yourself more clearly

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The Unites States has the highest recycling rate of any industrialized country

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true

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Which of the following books is most likely to contain valid weight management information

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The Physical Activity and Diet Weight Loss Plan

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Photochemical smog occurs mostly in cold weather and produces a low-lying layer of pollution close to the earth's surface

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false

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