Question

question 1
\hidden hunger\ is a form of malnutrition that occurs when:
select one:
a. an individual consumes too many calories
b. an individual has access to sufficient food, but chooses not to eat it
c. an individuals diet lacks a proper balance of macronutrients and micronutrients
d. an individual consumes insufficient calories

question 2
true or false. conventional agriculture has minimal impact on soil health and biodiversity.
select one:
a. true
b. false

question 3
true or false. the majority of grain grown in the united states is actually fed directly to livestock, such as cattle.
select one:
a. true
b. false

Explanation:

Analyze Question 1

"Hidden Hunger" refers to a form of undernutrition where individuals consume enough calories (and may even be overweight), but their diet lacks essential vitamins and minerals (micronutrients). Thus, it is characterized by a lack of proper balance of macronutrients and micronutrients.

Analyze Question 2

Conventional agriculture practices, such as intensive tillage, monocropping, and heavy use of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, have significant negative impacts on soil health (causing erosion and nutrient depletion) and biodiversity. Therefore, the statement that it has "minimal impact" is false.

Analyze Question 3

In the United States, a vast majority of the grain produced (especially corn and soy) is utilized as animal feed for livestock rather than being consumed directly by humans. Therefore, the statement is true.

Answer:

Question 1

• a. An individual consumes too many calories
• b. An individual has access to sufficient food, but chooses not to eat it
• c. An individual's diet lacks a proper balance of macronutrients and micronutrients (Correct answer)
• d. An individual consumes insufficient calories

Question 2

• a. TRUE
• b. FALSE (Correct answer)

Question 3

• a. TRUE (Correct answer)
• b. FALSE