The Astonishing Things About Obesity

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1.

How many fluid ounces are in the Medium size cup for a fountain drink at McDonald's?
- A.
  
  12 fluid ounces
- B.
  
  16 fluid ounces
- C.
  
  21 fluid ounces
- D.
  
  32 fluid ounces
- E.
  
  42 fluid ounces
Correct Answer
C. 21 fluid ounces

Explanation
The serving size for a soda is 8 fluid ounces. The Child size cup is 12 fluid ounces, which is 1.5 times the serving size. The Small size cup is 16 fluid ounces, which is 2 times the serving size. The Medium size cup is 21 fluid ounces, which is 2.6 times the serving size. The Large size cup is 32 fluid ounces, which is 4 times the serving size. The Supersize cup is 42 fluid ounces, which is 5.25 times the serving size.

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2.

Which McDonald's sandwich has the most calories?
- A.
  
  Angus Chipotle BBQ Bacon Sandwich
- B.
  
  Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese
- C.
  
  Big Mac
- D.
  
  Premium Crispy Chicken Club Sandwich
Correct Answer
A. Angus Chipotle BBQ Bacon Sandwich

Explanation
The Angus Chipotle BBQ Bacon Sandwich has 800 calories. The Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese has 740 calories. The Big Mac has 540 calories. The Premium Crispy Chicken Club Sandwich has 630 calories.

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3.

In 2009, the percentage of overweight and obese Americans was over 60%?
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
In a research study in 2009, the percentage of overweight and obese Americans was 63.1%.

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4.

How many people die prematurly each year because of poor diet and zero physical activity?
- A.
  
  200,000 people
- B.
  
  280,000 people
- C.
  
  250,000 people
- D.
  
  300,000 people
Correct Answer
D. 300,000 people

Explanation
300,000 people die prematurely each year due to poor diet and zero physical activity. This indicates that a significant number of individuals are losing their lives as a result of unhealthy lifestyle choices. It highlights the importance of promoting a balanced diet and regular exercise to prevent such premature deaths.

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5.

Being overweight or obese does not increase the risk of developing other health problems or diseases, such as cancer?
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Some of the diseases that a person can get from being obese are heart disease, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and/or stroke.

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6.

How many hours of straight walking must you do to burn off a supersized Coke, fries, and Big Mac?
- A.
  
  6 hours
- B.
  
  7 hours
- C.
  
  8 hours
Correct Answer
B. 7 hours

Explanation
A supersized Coke has 410 calories. A supersized fries has 500 calories. A Big Mac has 540 calories. That's a total of 1,450 calories. That is just under 3/4 of the recommended 2,000 calories a day.

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7.

If you were to eat McDonalds for 30 days, 3 meals a day. How much weight would you gain?
- A.
  
  23.5 pounds
- B.
  
  24 pounds
- C.
  
  24.5 pounds
Correct Answer
C. 24.5 pounds

Explanation
In 5 days, Morgan had gained 10 pounds, that's 2 pounds everyday. In 12 days, he had gained 17.5 pounds, almost 9 pounds every 6 days. In 1 month, he gained 24.5 pounds.

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8.

Which McDonald's sandwich has the most fat?
- A.
  
  Big Mac
- B.
  
  Angus Deluxe
- C.
  
  Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese
- D.
  
  Angus Mushroom and Swiss
Correct Answer
C. Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese

Explanation
The Big Mac has 29 grams of fat. The Angus Deluxe has 39 grams of fat. The Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese has 42 grams of fat. The Angus Mushroom and Swiss has 40 grams of fat.

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The Astonishing Things About Obesity

How many fluid ounces are in the Medium size cup for a fountain drink at McDonald's?

Which McDonald's sandwich has the most calories?

In 2009, the percentage of overweight and obese Americans was over 60%?

How many people die prematurly each year because of poor diet and zero physical activity?

Being overweight or obese does not increase the risk of developing other health problems or diseases, such as cancer?

How many hours of straight walking must you do to burn off a supersized Coke, fries, and Big Mac?

If you were to eat McDonalds for 30 days, 3 meals a day. How much weight would you gain?

Which McDonald's sandwich has the most fat?