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 This activity contains 20 questions.

Question 1
1 A comparison of your bone density with that of a 30 year old healthy adult is a:
 
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Question 2
2 This weight-bearing activity helps to increase and maintain bone mass:
 
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Question 3
3 This food is a good source of calcium:
 
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Question 4
4 This food is a good source of vitamin D:
 
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Question 5
5 A risk factor for osteoporosis is:
 
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Question 6
6 This nutrient reduces calcium absorption:
 
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Question 7
7 Calcium plays an important role in:
 
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Question 8
8 Hundreds of thousands of women in the U.S. quit using this form of osteoporosis treatment due to a recent study that found that it increased risk for heart disease, stroke, and breast cancer.
 
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Question 9
9 Inadequate intake of __________ is associated with osteoporosis.
 
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Question 10
10 The majority of our body's phosphorus is stored in our:
 
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Question 11
11 The most likely explanation for the link between soft drink consumption and poor bone health is:
 
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Question 12
12 The process by which the shape of our bones is determined is called:
 
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Question 13
13 The USDA monitors dairies to make sure that they meet the mandated fortification guidelines for:
 
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Question 14
14 Vitamin D is important in:
 
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Question 15
15 We have the potential to increase our bone density until we reach the age of:
 
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Question 16
16 We tend to lose height as we age due to a loss in bone density in the:
 
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Question 17
17 Which of the following groups of people is least likely to consume adequate amounts of calcium?
 
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Question 18
18 Which of the following individuals would be the most likely to receive adequate amounts of vitamin D from the sun?
 
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Question 19
19 Which of the following is a good source of vitamin K?
 
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Question 20
20 Which of the following is the most accurate assessment tool for measuring bone density?
 
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