Question 1

Research has shown a consistent and strong link between taking beta-carotene supplements and a reduced risk of developing cancer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

How many cancer deaths are estimated by researchers to be related to overweight/obesity, poor nutrition, and inadequate physical activity?

Accepted Answer

A)  one-quarter
B)  one-third
C)  one-half
D)  three-quartersE) C) and D)
F) A) and B) B

Question 3

The majority of people who develop cancer will die from the disease.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The MOST common form of cancer in the United States is cancer of the

Accepted Answer

A)  lung.
B)  skin.
C)  colon.
D)  stomach.E) B) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 5

Once the DNA of the cell is mutated and the altered cells begin to grow, the development of cancer is inevitable.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

At what stage in the development of cancer do the cancerous cells grow out of control and invade surrounding tissues?

Accepted Answer

A)  initiation
B)  promotion
C)  progression
D)  terminationE) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a sign or symptom of cancer?

Accepted Answer

A)  unexplained weight gain
B)  fever
C)  unexplained weight loss
D)  nagging cough or hoarsenessE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 8

Cooking meat at high temperatures can result in the formation of

Accepted Answer

A)  nitrates.
B)  phytoestrogens.
C)  heterocyclic amines.
D)  omega-3 fatty acids.E) B) and D)
F) All of the above C

Question 9

Which of the following terms is synonymous with the word malignant?

Accepted Answer

A)  tumor
B)  benign
C)  undifferentiated
D)  cancerousE) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 10

Approximately half of all cancers are strongly hereditary.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 12

Eating whole foods that are high in antioxidants, such as fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, is consistently shown to be associated with a decreased risk of cancer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 24: Cancer

Research has shown a consistent and strong link between taking beta-carotene supplements and a reduced risk of developing cancer.

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How many cancer deaths are estimated by researchers to be related to overweight/obesity, poor nutrition, and inadequate physical activity?

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The majority of people who develop cancer will die from the disease.

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The MOST common form of cancer in the United States is cancer of the

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Once the DNA of the cell is mutated and the altered cells begin to grow, the development of cancer is inevitable.

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At what stage in the development of cancer do the cancerous cells grow out of control and invade surrounding tissues?

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Which of the following is NOT a sign or symptom of cancer?

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Cooking meat at high temperatures can result in the formation of

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Which of the following terms is synonymous with the word malignant?

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Approximately half of all cancers are strongly hereditary.

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Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States.

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Eating whole foods that are high in antioxidants, such as fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, is consistently shown to be associated with a decreased risk of cancer.

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Research has shown a consistent and strong link between taking beta-carotene supplements and a reduced risk of developing cancer.

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How many cancer deaths are estimated by researchers to be related to overweight/obesity, poor nutrition, and inadequate physical activity?

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The majority of people who develop cancer will die from the disease.

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The MOST common form of cancer in the United States is cancer of the

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Once the DNA of the cell is mutated and the altered cells begin to grow, the development of cancer is inevitable.

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At what stage in the development of cancer do the cancerous cells grow out of control and invade surrounding tissues?

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Which of the following is NOT a sign or symptom of cancer?

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Cooking meat at high temperatures can result in the formation of

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Which of the following terms is synonymous with the word malignant?

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Approximately half of all cancers are strongly hereditary.

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Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States.

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Eating whole foods that are high in antioxidants, such as fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, is consistently shown to be associated with a decreased risk of cancer.

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