Hygiene (Body odor) - JSS2 Home economics Past Questions and Answers - page 2
Wearing clean cloths can help prevent body odor.
True
False
Which of the following is a common area where body odor occurs?
ears
Elbows
Hair
Armpits
Body odor can be influenced by diet and certain foods
True
False
How can using antiperspirants or deodorants help control body odor?
by masking the odor with a fragrance
by blocking sweat glands and reducing perspiration
by killing bacteria on the skin
by moisturizing the skin
Body odor is contagious and can be transmitted through physical contact.
True
False
Which of the following is a common home remedy for body odor?
drinking lemon juice
eating garlic
applying baking soda to the skin
taking hot showers
Excessive sweating, also known as hyperhidrosis, always leads to body odor.
True
False
How can wearing breathable fabrics like cotton help reduce boy odor?
by trapping moisture and bacteria
allowing air circulation and evaporation of sweat
by causing skin irritation and inflammation
by producing more sweat
Body odor can vary depending on factors such as age, gender and hormonal changes.
True
False
Which of the following is a symptom of a medical condition that may cause unusual body odor?
regular bathing
applying deodorant
persistent foul smell despite good hygiene
wearing clean cloths