AnswersPBCSD_Grade_Forgiveness_1501310_Fitness_Lifestyle_Design_2017Cumulative Exam

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Staying upright during vigorous physical activity is BEST described as having good __________.

A
balance
B
flexibility
C
agility
D
reaction time
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The BEST reason to warm up before exercising is to __________.

A
prevent injuries
B
reduce muscle strain
C
improve muscle performance
D
all of the above
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Which of the following statements about participating in physical activity is TRUE?

A
Individuals who regularly participate in physical activity are more likely to have trouble falling asleep at night.
B
Participating in regular physical activity eliminates the risk of developing cancer.
C
Individuals who regularly participate in physical activity are likely to have higher energy levels.
D
Participating regularly in physical activity leads to increased attendance in school while simultaneously leading to a decreased attention span.
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How does the overload principle apply to a successful fitness program?

A
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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What distinguishes a heart attack from heart failure.

A
A heart attack results from poor blood flow, while heart failure involves a total interruption of blood flow.
B
Both heart attack and heart failure result in heart tissue death, but more tissue dies as a result of heart failure.
C
Heart tissue dies during a heart attack, while heart failure results in systemic oxygen deficiency.
D
Heart failure results in body tissues receiving such a high level of oxygen that it is toxic.
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If you are unhappy with your fitness evaluation results, __________.

A
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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Regular exercise can NOT prevent, delay, or reduce __________.

A
diabetes
B
arthritis
C
skin cancer
D
heart disease
8

What distinguishes active isolated stretching from other stretching exercises?

A
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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Jerry has not worked out in several years. He has experienced some health issues and is realizing the importance of incorporating physical activity into his lifestyle again. Which of the following activities would be most appropriate for his fitness level?

A
running several 400-meter sprints
B
jogging for three miles
C
walking for 30 minutes around the neighborhood
D
participating in a high-intensity cycling class
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Maxing out means performing the most repetitions possible with a set weight to determine your muscular endurance.

A
T
B
F
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Stress surrounds us on a daily basis. Which of the following statements BEST describes ways to reduce or handle stress?

A
Handling stress effectively involves ignoring stressors and remaining silent about stressful issues.
B
Handling stress effectively involves recognizing what your stressors are, developing healthy behaviors to minimize stress, and adopting positive coping skills.
C
Handling stress effectively involves recognizing what stressors are and visiting a psychologist weekly to discuss stressful issues.
D
Handling stress effectively involves doing whatever it takes to erase the stressful issue from your mind.
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Which of the following choices is NOT considered an environmental stressor?

A
flashing lights
B
heavy traffic
C
cancer
D
loud noises
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Which of the following statements is NOT true about body composition?

A
Too much body fat can lead to joint or bone disorders.
B
Body composition is influenced by numerous factors.
C
Body composition refers to a person's overall weight.
D
Lean body mass is the nonfat component of body composition.
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Which of the following statements does NOT describe the Dietary Guidelines?

A
Guidelines promote healthy eating habits.
B
Guidelines make allowances for dietary restrictions.
C
Guidelines are based on science.
D
Guidelines reduce the risk of major chronic diseases.
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Which aspect of our lives do we have full control over and can deeply affect our wellness?

A
physical appearance
B
where we live
C
our parents
D
exercise
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Which statement BEST describes how the body moves?

A
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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How does the FITT principle apply to the development of a successful personal fitness program?

A
The FITT principle helps individuals determine an effective schedule for different exercise activities.
B
The FITT principle helps individuals choose the types of activities that will be most enjoyable for them.
C
The FITT principle makes it easier for individuals to incorporate lifestyle activities into their fitness programs.
D
The FITT principle allows individuals to monitor their progress.
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Which of these team sports affects both health-related fitness and skill-related fitness?

A
basketball
B
volleyball
C
flag football
D
all of the above
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Body composition is BEST described as __________.

A
the amount of lean muscle in a body
B
the total amount of muscle in a body
C
the total mass of fat in the abdomen
D
the ratio of fat to other tissue in a body
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The body needs fat for __________.

A
strengthening bones
B
building muscles
C
maintaining weight
D
transport of vitamins

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