ACSM ACSM Certifications 040-444 Questions & Answers

• Question 91:

  Which of the following diseases is NOT typically associated with obesity?

  A. Diabetes.

  B. Skin cancer.

  C. Coronary artery disease.

  D. Colon cancer.

  Correct Answer: B

• Question 92:

  To lose one pound (=0.5 kg) of body fat, how much of an energy deficit must be created by diet and or physical activity?

  A. 2,000 kcal.

  B. 2,500 kcal.

  C. 3,000 kcal.

  D. 3,500 kcal.

  Correct Answer: D

• Question 93:

  Which of the following foods would be in the group recommended to comprise most of the daily energy intake according to the Food Guide Pyramid?

  A. Oranges.

  B. Yogurt.

  C. Pasta.

  D. Olive oil.

  Correct Answer: C

• Question 94:

  Women are likely to be deficient in both calcium and iron, because

  A. They tend to consume less overall energy than men.

  B. They tend to consume less dairy products.

  C. They tend to consume less protein from meat sources.

  D. All of the above.

  Correct Answer: D

• Question 95:

  What is an appropriate initial weight loss goal for an obese individual desiring weight reduction?

  A. 10%initial body weight in first 6 months.

  B. 20 pounds in 2 months.

  C. 5 pounds per week for the first 6 weeks, then weight maintenance.

  D. BMI of less than 18.5.

  Correct Answer: A

• Question 96:

  Which of the following is not a feature of the metabolic syndrome?

  A. Dyslipidemia (low HDL-C, elevated triglycerides).

  B. Osteoporosis.

  C. Insulin resistance.

  D. Elevated blood pressure.

  Correct Answer: B

• Question 97:

  All of the following are helpful suggestions for an athlete trying to gain weight EXCEPT

  A. Increase portion sizes at meals.

  B. Eat more high-calorie foods (e.g., candy bars, soft drinks).

  C. Eat one extra meal per day.

  D. Snack on energy- and nutrient-dense foods (e.g., fig bars, nuts and dried fruit).

  Correct Answer: B

• Question 98:

  Athletes may have protein needs greater than those of sedentary individuals. What level of protein intake is the recommended UL for athletes?

  A. 0.8 g/kg.

  B. 1.4 g/kg.

  C. 2.2 g/kg.

  D. 1.7 g/kg.

  Correct Answer: D

• Question 99:

  Which of the following waist circumference measurements indicates abdominal obesity?

  A. 0.98.

  B. >29.9

  C. 43 inches

  D. All of the above.

  Correct Answer: C

• Question 100:

  What is the optimal approach for long-term management of body weight?

  A. Hypocaloric diet.

  B. Daily aerobic exercise.

  C. Resistance training.

  D. A low-fat, high-fiber diet and daily physical activity.

  Correct Answer: D