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What are the potential concerns when a fat alternative is used in place of fat in foods?

Which of the following facts about Lipids (fats/oils) is false?

(Fill in) A _________ vegetarian only eats eggs as their primary animal product whereas a vegan eats ______________animal products.

When meal planning, one should modify a carbohydrate that is high in fiber as a better option. 

Branch chain amino acids have the specific function of repairing muscles that have been damaged, thus reducing soreness. This function can still occur if the remaining essential amino acids are missing in a food. 

All sugar alternatives are safe for anyone to use and can be used in the same amounts that you would normally use sugar.

Which of the following is not a function of fiber?

Short answer: What does glucagon do to regulate blood sugar levels and how does it do so?

Bucky Badger is considering an investment in a small retail building with three stores. Mr. Badger estimates the building will generate $300,000 in gross income with operating expenses of $175,000 and a $35,000 CAPEX or improvement allowance next year. If the asking price of the property is $650,000, what would Mr. Badger’s going-in cap rate be if he paid the asking price for the building?

A borrower has secured a 30-year, $150,000 loan at 7 percent with monthly payments. Fifteen years later, the borrower has the opportunity to refinance with a 15-year mortgage at 6 percent. However, the upfront fees, which will be paid in cash, are $2,500. What is the return on investment if the borrower expects to remain in the home for the next fifteen years?