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As a general rule, women __________.

A
are more flexible than men
B
are less flexible than men
C
are as flexible than men
D
are flexible in different ways than men
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Poor flexibility may be caused by __________.

A
muscle tightness
B
muscle looseness
C
youth
D
high levels of fitness
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How can stiff and tight muscles result in back pain?

Answer:

Stiff and tight muscles can pull the pelvis and spine out of proper alignment, limit normal movement, and place extra strain on the back muscles and joints, which can result in back pain.

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Compare and contrast static and dynamic flexibility.

Answer:

Static flexibility is the ability to hold a stretch or position without moving. Dynamic flexibility is the ability to move a joint through its range of motion during active movement. Both describe range of motion, but static flexibility is measured while still and dynamic flexibility while moving.

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Why do activities like yoga, ballet, and gymnastics require better than normal flexibility?

Answer:

Yoga, ballet, and gymnastics require better-than-normal flexibility because they involve large ranges of motion, extended body positions, and controlled movements that ordinary daily activities usually do not require.

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Explain how poor flexibility can make daily tasks more difficult.

Answer:

Poor flexibility limits a person's range of motion, making everyday tasks such as bending, reaching, lifting, dressing, or climbing stairs more difficult and sometimes painful.

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Why are muscle and fat levels the only factors influencing flexibility impacted by personal decisions?

A
Muscle and fat levels are mostly determined by heredity.
B
Age, gender, and joint structure cannot be changed.
C
Personal decisions have significant impacts on age and gender.
D
Flexibility is not dependent upon muscle and fat levels.
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What comes together at a joint?

A
an arc of movement
B
flexible tissue
C
two bones
D
skin and hair
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Explain why regular exercise is the best way to prevent flexibility issues.

Answer:

Regular exercise helps maintain flexibility by moving the joints through their ranges of motion, reducing muscle tightness, and keeping the muscles strong enough to support normal movement.

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Bad posture can result in __________.

A
neck pain
B
back pain
C
muscle tightness
D
all of the above
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What comes together at a joint?

A
an arc of movement
B
flexible tissue
C
two bones
D
skin and hair
12

Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. Which is more effective in transmitting information about a bird, Brancusi’s Bird in Space or John Audubon’s Wild Turkey?

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Why are muscle and fat levels the only factors influencing flexibility impacted by personal decisions?

A
Muscle and fat levels are mostly determined by heredity.
B
Age, gender, and joint structure cannot be changed.
C
Personal decisions have significant impacts on age and gender.
D
Flexibility is not dependent upon muscle and fat levels.
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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. Read the quote below and answer the question that follows. “Picasso was the gateway to true modern art. His painting [...] is considered the birth of modern art, which influenced many of the other great modern painters. Art doesn't need to be perfectly and accurately represented images to be beautiful; art is intended to invoke a mood to the viewer.” Do you agree with the author regarding Picasso and the definition of art? Why or why not?

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Explain why regular exercise is the best way to prevent flexibility issues.

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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. The creative input of the artist and the meaning behind what was created is as important as the elements of art. Describe how the artist has used proportion and composition in this piece. In your opinion, what was the artist trying to convey to the observer?

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Bad posture can result in __________.

A
neck pain
B
back pain
C
muscle tightness
D
all of the above
18

Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. Define symmetry. What does symmetry provide for artwork?

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Poor flexibility may be caused by __________.

A
muscle tightness
B
muscle looseness
C
youth
D
high levels of fitness
20

Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. By definition, what is "art"? What do you consider "art"?

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