Cumulative Exam — Cumulative exam Answers

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During a medical screening, lung capacity testing is a standard procedure.

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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?

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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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Resistance is a force that __________.

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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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How does the overload principle apply to a successful fitness program?

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The overload principle helps individuals determine when their muscles have reached failure while exercising.
B
The overload principle allows people to chart their progress during a fitness program.
C
The overload principle helps individuals achieve consistent gains in their fitness program.
D
The overload principle instructs an individual to target certain body parts while exercising for optimal results.
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If you are unhappy with your fitness evaluation results, __________.

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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
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What distinguishes active isolated stretching from other stretching exercises?

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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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Nicholas’s family enjoys many family activities during the summer. How can his mom best encourage sun safety?

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by reminding Nicholas about the benefits of getting a suntan
B
by asking Nicholas to apply moisturizer after he gets a sunburn
C
by giving Nicholas his hat and sunglasses when going outside
D
by wearing her fashionable sun hat only in the early morning hours
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Joe and Pete are at the batting range and find out that Joe can hit the ball much farther than Pete. Based on this information, what might we conclude?

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Joe would also beat Pete in a distance race because Joe has more muscular endurance.
B
Joe would also beat Pete in an arm wrestling competition because Joe has more muscular strength.
C
Pete would beat Joe in a distance throwing competition because he has better muscular endurance.
D
Pete would beat Joe in a weight-lifting competition because he has better muscular strength.
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Which statement BEST describes how the body moves?

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Skeletal muscles, which are made of fibers, nerves, and blood vessels, contract in order to make the body move.
B
Cardiac and smooth muscles are made of muscle fibers, nerves, and cartilage and are responsible for all movement in the body.
C
Smooth muscles, which are made of blood vessels, fibers, and nerves, allow for all activities that use slow-twitch muscle fibers.
D
Skeletal muscles, which are made of tendons, nerves, and fibers, line the body cavities and allow for support and movement.
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Which statement BEST describes the benefits of muscular fitness training?

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High levels of muscular fitness can improve your self-image and improve or prevent chronic diseases such as diabetes, osteoporosis, and cardiovascular disease.
B
Low levels of muscular fitness also translate into low levels of back pain, injury, and chronic diseases like headaches and osteoporosis.
C
Low levels of muscular fitness will decrease your chances for sarcopenia and increase your chances of some chronic illnesses.
D
High levels of muscular fitness translate into high levels of diabetes, osteoporosis, and chronic injuries that cause back pain.
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In order to prevent injury during your weight-training session, it is necessary to __________.

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do performance testing prior to setting up your workout routine, stretch before and after each workout, get the proper amount of rest and nutrition, and modify your workout as needed
B
have your friend check your workout to be sure it is well-designed, exercise only three days a week, and allow for adequate rest between workouts
C
never change your workout routine, stretch before and after each workout, allow time to warm up and cool down, and adjust your form as needed
D
use slow bouncing movements to warm up and stretch before each workout, follow a plan that includes proper sets and repetitions, adjust your workout and form as needed, and workout every day
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Stretching should be accompanied by slow, deep breaths.

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Upright rows are a shoulder exercise.

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If Cindy wanted to increase her endurance by taking supplements or drugs, she would be attempting to increase the __________.

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uptake of oxygen by red blood cells
B
release of sugars in the blood stream
C
uptake of carbohydrates by the body
D
release of insulin in the body
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A combination of the skill-related fitness components can determine one's performance in a specific sport.

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A parachute works because the canvas of the parachute is acted upon by __________.

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air resistance
B
gravity
C
velocity
D
momentum
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The cardiovascular system helps move hormones throughout the body during exercise.

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Drills during practice should assist in developing specific skills that appear to be lacking during a game or match.

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A patient is diagnosed with a degenerative disease of the nervous system. Select the disorder that would match this diagnosis.

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multiple sclerosis
B
epilepsy
C
cerebral palsy
D
headaches
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Lisa and Rachel want to determine their muscular endurance, but they don't have access to a gym or any weight-lifting equipment. What can they use?

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maxing out method
B
percent of 1 RM method
C
calisthenic method
D
absolute method

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