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Which of the following statements relating to stress is FALSE?

A
Stress is caused by a wide variety of factors.
B
Stress causes an automatic physiological response in organisms.
C
Stress is always unhealthy and should be avoided.
D
Stress can affect the mind and the body.
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The term "fitness" refers to the quality of physical and mental soundness. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

A
T
B
F
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Short-term goals can be set to help achieve specific long-term goals.

A
T
B
F
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The leading causes of death in the United States can be prevented or greatly reduced by maintaining proper fitness levels.

A
T
B
F
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How does setting a specific timeframe in which to complete a goal increase the chances of the goal being met?

A
It creates accountability by establishing deadlines.
B
It allows a goal-setter to say "I'll reach that goal when I get to it."
C
It allows a goal-setter to establish unrealistic goals.
D
It does not allow short-term goals to feed into a larger goal.
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Which statement BEST describes the effects that stress has on the immune system?

A
Stress can lead to increased vulnerability to infections and immune deficiency disorders.
B
Stress can lead to decreased infections and immune deficiency disorders.
C
Stress can inhibit the production of red blood cells and platelets.
D
Stress can decrease the likelihood of catching colds, flu, and pneumonia.
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Emotional signs of stress include aches and nausea.

A
T
B
F
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Which of the following types of health-related fitness would be most significantly improved by participating in intense weight training?

A
flexibility
B
cardiorespiratory fitness
C
muscular strength
D
muscular endurance
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__________ can keep you alert and sharpen your concentration.

A
Stress response
B
Exhaustion
C
Resistance
D
None of the above
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Exercise is important for people with arthritis because it increases muscle and bone strength.

A
T
B
F
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Once an action plan is in place, it should not be changed.

A
T
B
F
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Ryan has never been very competitive, and he prefers to go on leisurely backpacking trips. Which of the following factors is influencing his activity selection?

A
cost
B
personality
C
environment
D
equipment
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Which of the following tasks would BEST help an individual achieve a goal to obtain a driver's license?

A
practicing driving
B
reviewing the vehicle manual
C
understanding inspection laws
D
saving for a car
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Personal action plans should not be flexible and cannot be modified.

A
T
B
F
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Which of the following phrases BEST describes structured exercise?

A
flexible, changing
B
intense, competitive
C
organized, follows a pattern
D
competitive, flexible
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Why is it important that goals be measurable?

A
It is easier to determine when a measurable goal is met than an unmeasurable one.
B
Motivation is improved when progress is measurable.
C
Having measurable goals increases the likelihood that the goals will be attained.
D
all of the above
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A student sets a goal to improve academic performance. Which of the following represents a subjective measurement of progress toward that goal?

A
improved grades on individual assignments
B
higher letter grades at the end of the academic year
C
a greater sense of accomplishment
D
remembering facts learned in class
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Which of the following statements BEST describes circuit training?

A
Circuit training sessions vary in length.
B
Circuit training is a program that moves through a prescribed set of exercises.
C
Circuit training is a program that alternates between intense exercise and rest periods.
D
Circuit training sessions take place in different locations.
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Basketball is a(n) __________ activity.

A
unstructured, competitive, and group
B
unstructured, recreational, and solo
C
structured, recreational, and group
D
structured, competitive, and group
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Which statement BEST describes your ability to choose sports and exercise programs?

A
Your choices are determined by factors outside your control.
B
You can participate in any sport or exercise program at maximum intensity.
C
You can participate in most sports and exercise programs, though modifications may be needed.
D
Sports and exercise programs are best determined by gender and height.

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