Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) Practice Exam

When a food shortage occurs, substitutes offered should be of a similar:

1. Caloric value

2. Taste

3. Nutrient content

4. Texture

The correct answer is: Nutrient content

Substitutes offered during a food shortage should be of a similar nutrient content, rather than caloric value, taste, or texture. When there is a food shortage, it is important to ensure that people are getting enough essential nutrients to maintain proper health. Substituting foods with a similar nutrient content helps to ensure that individuals are not missing out on important vitamins and minerals. While caloric value, taste, and texture can affect food preferences, they are not as crucial as nutrient content in a situation where there is a shortage of food.