Question

Identifying Nutrition Patterns in the United States
Which nutrition patterns are common in the United States? Check all that apply.

Most Americans consume more than the recommended daily amount of sugar.
On average, Americans spend less than $1,000 a year on fast food.
Americans eat about 20 percent of their meals in a car.
Poor nutrition contributes to the rising cost of medical care in the United States.
Physically active college graduates consume more sugar than the average American.

Answer 1

Correct answers:
- Most Americans consume more than the recommended daily amount of sugar. — True. Average added‑sugar intake in the U.S. exceeds the recommended limits (AHA/CDC recommendations).
- Americans eat about 20 percent of their meals in a car. — True. Surveys find roughly one in five meals are consumed in cars or on the go.
- Poor nutrition contributes to the rising cost of medical care in the United States. — True. Diet‑related chronic diseases (obesity, diabetes, heart disease) drive substantial healthcare spending.

Not correct:
- On average, Americans spend less than $1,000 a year on fast food. — False. Typical per‑household spending on fast food is generally above $1,000 per year.
- Physically active college graduates consume more sugar than the average American. — False. Physically active and higher‑education groups tend to have healthier diets and lower added‑sugar intake than average.