Unit Test — Cumulative exam Answers

Weight gain occurs when a person consumes too much/many __________.A.caloriesB.fatC.carbohydratesD.protein

Managing body composition is important for good health because too much fat or too little fat negatively affects how the body functions.

How can an individual benefit from participating in the recommended amount of physical activity?A.decreased risk of developing certain diseasesB.decreased ability to manage stressC.increased ability to go without sleepD.increased chances of developing hypertension

Making good lifestyle choices will result in a healthier life.

A fire extinguisher is useless in an emergency unless the person can use it.

It is not important to develop effective communication skills.

Which of the following would NOT be considered proper safety equipment for an outdoor excursion? A. a helmet for biking B. long sleeves and pants for places with rocks and thick forest growth C. bathing suit for water activities D. a compass or GPS device

Where on the physical activity pyramid do sedentary activities belong? A. A B. B C. C D. D Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Which of the following is NOT true about the body mass index? A.uses statistical data of weight and height across the population B.measures the percentage of one's body fat directly C.relies on a correlation between weight and body fat D.does not account for one's body frame size or muscle content

Explain why it is not possible to change hereditary conditions.

Physical activity and exercise typically lead to __________.A.increased stressB.depressionC.higher energy levelsD.reduced quality of life

Explain how regular participation in physical activity can increase life expectancy.

Compare and contrast the health-related problems that severely underweight and overweight people might face.

How can participation in physical activity lead to improved sleep patterns?

Why do you think the FDA requires some products to have an "As Prepared" label?

Which of the following represents the greatest risk factor for a stroke?A.high glucose levelsB.low glucose levelsC.low blood pressureD.high blood pressure

Why is it a good idea to keep the number to the poison control center in a handy place at home?

Explain how hypertension, heart disease, and stroke are related.

Compare and contrast lifestyle choices that positively affect physical fitness with those that negatively affect physical fitness.

Everyday lifestyle choices affect your physical fitness.