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Nicotine, Tobacco, and Their Dangers — Cumulative exam Answers

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Several workers have been injured from slip-and-fall hazards. What can a business do to reduce these injuries?

A
Offer workplace training about cleaning up spills.
B
Issue a newsletter reminding workers about the benefits of the workplace.
C
Change work shifts and schedules for those who are injured.
D
Eliminate activities for all workers who are at risk for falling.
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Luca just learned about the dangers of asbestos and wants to educate others about this pollutant. What advice should he share to help people reduce health effects from asbestos exposure?

A
Always wash produce before consuming it.
B
Try to use only recyclable materials like paper.
C
Ensure baby toys and hands are washed frequently.
D
Use safety gear whenever working with home insulation.
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The key personal decisions that can influence your personal safety while exercising are __________.

A
making sure to replace lost fluids before, during, and after exercise
B
preparing for exercise in extreme temperatures
C
choosing when, where, and how to exercise
D
all of the above
24

Which of these side effects of drinking alcohol can impact a person’s ability to drive?

A
lowered school performance
B
decreased emotions
C
heightened coordination
D
distorted vision and hearing
25

Which characteristic is essential to look for in a healthcare provider?

A
The provider has a brand new practice.
B
The provider has no special qualifications.
C
The provider has the appropriate certifications.
D
The provider accepts only premium insurance.
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Which scenario most likely requires attention from a mental health professional?

A
Ian feels sad for a few days after a significant event.
B
Lucy feels anxious before a big test and has difficulty sleeping.
C
David feels sad for a long period, even when something good happens.
D
Olivia feels angry at and refuses to speak to a friend who betrayed her.
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Which of the following activities does NOT improve stability?

A
maintaining a narrow base
B
lowering your center of gravity
C
doing balancing exercises
D
leaning into oncoming forces
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What symptom is one of the most common indicators of nicotine withdrawal?

A
water retention
B
muscle twitching
C
chronic headaches
D
musculoskeletal system
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What is the most important step in prioritizing goals?

A
determining categories for various goals
B
deciding what is most important
C
writing a list of goals
D
having multiple tasks lined up for each goal
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How does heredity affect flexibility?

A
Heredity does not affect flexibility.
B
Heredity affects which joint types a person develops.
C
Heredity affects the amount of flexibility present in joints.
D
Heredity affects how joint structure is developed.
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When aligning Rated Perceived Exertion (RPE) with heart rate zones during exercise, what is the primary benefit?

A
to eliminate the risk of injury during physical activity
B
to reduce the need for warm-up and cool-down periods
C
to increase motivation and engagement during exercise
D
to ensure the workout is long enough to meet fitness objectives
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Which is a possible legal consequence of underage drinking?

A
fines
B
loss of friendships
C
decline in overall health
D
poor school performance
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Which is a valid mental health resource?

A
peers
B
school nurse
C
www.psychology.com
D
www.healthyliving.net
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How could a student show a teacher that he has good character traits?

A
by listening attentively in class
B
by taking classes he is interested in
C
by ignoring the teacher if she trips
D
by trying to answer every question in class
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What distinguishes active isolated stretching from other stretching exercises?

A
the motion of bouncing
B
the need for a partner
C
the likelihood of injury
D
the use of external objects
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If you are unhappy with your fitness evaluation results, __________.

A
evaluate the results and set improvement goals
B
accept that you have reached your full potential
C
look for scoring errors in the evaluation
D
realize that sports probably are not your thing
38

Resistance is a force that __________.

A
speeds objects up
B
slows objects down
C
changes an object's inertia
D
does not relate to object's motion
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Stiff muscles are characterized by __________.

A
painful contractions
B
above average strength
C
a limited range of motion
D
above average flexibility
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Which outcome is a benefit of physical activity?

A
management of weight
B
increased risk of stress
C
increased risk of heart attack
D
poor self-esteem, affecting mental health

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