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Determining and Controlling Body Composition — Unit test Answers

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According to the exercise principle of balance, a workout should __________.

A
address all components of fitness
B
focus on balance and coordination
C
target specific areas for improvement
D
vary exercise activities over time
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Which factor influencing flexibility is dependent upon individual behaviors?

A
joint structure
B
muscle and fat
C
age
D
gender
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Which of the following is NOT a condition required by the government to label food "organic"?

A
contains 95% organic ingredients
B
animals must have access to the outdoors
C
produced without conventional pesticides
D
crop must be harvested by hand
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Why is it important to keep your back and neck straight while performing a hamstring stretch?

A
You can't touch your toes with your neck and back bent.
B
Arching the neck and back puts stress on the spine.
C
Bending the back turns this into a spine stretch.
D
The hamstring is only stretched when the back is straight.
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Which of the following statements does NOT describe how teens can create a healthy body image?

A
Teens should limit comparisons of their body to others.
B
Teens should focus on their accomplishments.
C
Teens should not allow their peers to influence them negatively.
D
Teens should use the media to figure out what body type is healthy.
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Charlie had some tests done recently to assess his risk for certain diseases. The results showed that he has a waist circumference of 47 inches, a BMI of 29, and a normal skin fold measurement test. What should Charlie do?

A
Charlie is a little too thin, he is most likely underweight, and he needs to consult a dietician or doctor to help him see how to modify his diet to gain some weight.
B
Charlie should repeat the caliper test because it does not fit with the other information, and he should start an exercise routine and diet to reduce his body fat.
C
Charlie should immediately start an exercise and diet program because all his tests indicate that he is extremely obese, which puts him at risk for several diseases.
D
Charlie should repeat the BMI because the other tests were normal, and he should avoid changing his body composition because he'll be too overweight.
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The BEST use of the food pyramid would be __________.

A
to help determine a healthy eating pattern that represents a balanced diet
B
to determine the food that should never be eaten
C
to create a diet that excludes fat
D
to count calories and carbohydrates
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Which of the following is TRUE concerning stretching techniques?

A
Ballistic stretching exercises never involve bouncing.
B
You should always stretch before warming up.
C
Ballistic stretching exercises can be harmful if done incorrectly.
D
Not all ballistic stretches require supervision.
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In order to gain the maximum benefits from an exercise program, you should include both cardiovascular training and weight training.

A
T
B
F
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Which of the following statements is NOT true about metabolism?

A
Basal metabolism is the amount of energy needed for sustaining life.
B
Basal metabolism is measured by the amount of calories burned when your body is inactive.
C
Metabolism is influenced by numerous factors, such as heredity and age.
D
Younger people generally have a slower metabolism than adults.
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Which of the following statements is NOT true?

A
Infants' diets, which primarily consist of breast milk or formula, are higher in fat than other diets.
B
Adolescents need more calories and nutrients, especially if they are very inactive.
C
Adults' activity levels tend to decline in age, which requires a reduction in the amount of calories consumed.
D
Children who are two years or older can follow the recommendations of the food guide pyramid.
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Which of the following processes does the body NOT use protein to perform?

A
repairing muscles
B
producing hormones
C
making hemoglobin
D
absorbing certain vitamins
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A complete definition of body image includes how intelligent one believes him or herself to be.

A
T
B
F
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Which of the following is NOT an example of good static flexibility?

A
doing and holding a split
B
running a mile in six minutes
C
holding a ballet position for six minutes
D
crossing your ankles behind your head
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A journal can be a great place to record information about your workouts. According to the lesson, which items would be BEST to include in your fitness journal?

A
results of fitness testing, foods eaten, and exercise types and duration
B
feelings and frustrations, body weight, and foods avoided
C
pictures from friends, weight gain, and calories eaten
D
observations, duration of exercise, and body measurements
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Referencing the product below, what is one serving size in cups?Brown rice: 20 cups of rice per container Servings per container: 40

A
1/2 Cup
B
2 Cups
C
20 Cups
D
40 Cups
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Flexibility is the capacity to move a joint through its full range of motion.

A
T
B
F
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Sanchez consumes a diet where he will not eat pork and will not eat meat with dairy products. He is most likely following this type of diet.

A
diabetic
B
kosher
C
low-fat
D
vegetarian
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Grains, seeds, nuts and root vegetables are examples of _________ carbohydrates and they take a __________ amount of time to break down, allowing one to feel full longer.

A
simple...longer
B
complex...shorter
C
simple...shorter
D
complex...longer
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Why are dynamic flexibility tests NOT used as often as static flexibility tests?

A
Dynamic flexibility tests involve more subjective measurements.
B
Static flexibility tests are less expensive to perform.
C
Dynamic flexibility tests do not provide useful data.
D
Static flexibility tests are more difficult to standardize.

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