The Skeletal, Muscular, and Nervous Systems Answers

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3

After listening to a long discussion on the skeletal system, you conclude that the skeletal system is important because it __________.

A
supports the body and makes red and white blood cells
B
is formed from bones, cartilage, and muscle
C
provides the body with potassium needed for support
D
manufactures the ligaments needed to connect bones
5

All of the following are functions of the skeletal system EXCEPT:

A
producing red blood cells
B
providing support for the body
C
producing white blood cells
D
producing ligaments and tendons
7

If you were creating a presentation that would cover the different types of muscles in the body, which groups of muscle would you need to include?

A
skeletal, cardiac, and smooth muscles
B
cartilage, tendons, and skeletal muscles
C
voluntary, cardiac, and involuntary muscles
D
voluntary, involuntary, and smooth muscles
9

Which statement BEST describes the skeletal system?

A
The skeletal system is a system of cartilage that supports the body and makes red and white blood cells.
B
The skeletal system is composed of bones, cartilage, tendons, and the muscles that connect them.
C
The skeletal system is composed of a rigid structure of bones that support the body and make red and white blood cells.
D
The skeletal system is composed of a rigid structure of bones that create strong, hard tissues called ligaments.
10

An individual having a history of migraine headaches would most likely be diagnosed with having __________.

A
a common issue of the central nervous system
B
a degenerative disorder of the central nervous system
C
a disorder of the peripheral nervous system
D
no issues
11

All of the following statements are true concerning skeletal muscles EXCEPT:

A
Skeletal muscles control involuntary body functions.
B
Skeletal muscles are controlled by the central nervous system.
C
Skeletal muscles are used to move large body parts.
D
Skeletal muscles are attached to the bones.
13

Which of the following would be the BEST activity to help you maintain a healthy skeletal system?

A
exercising often and eating a balanced diet
B
resting often and receiving proper immunizations
C
exercising often and eating only protein for your morning meal
D
resting often and eliminating calcium from your diet
14

All of the following are functions of the skeletal system EXCEPT:

A
producing red blood cells
B
providing support for the body
C
producing white blood cells
D
producing ligaments and tendons
15

In the skeletal system, these structures are responsible for connecting bones.

A
ligaments and tendons
B
cartilage and calcium
C
tendons and muscles
D
bones and ligaments
17

This hard but flexible structure is found in the nose and ears.

A
tendons
B
bones
C
ligaments
D
cartilage
18

The nervous system is responsible for your sense of smell.

A
T
B
F
19

Without the skeletal system, the body could not carry oxygen in the blood.

A
T
B
F
20

Both smooth muscles and skeletal muscles are involuntary muscles. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

A
T
B
F

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