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In regard to exercise, which of the following statements about safety consideration is correct?

A
In hot weather, exercising between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is best.
B
Exercising at 100% of your maximum heart rate is best.
C
Exercising one hour before eating is best.
D
Remaining well-hydrated while exercising is best.
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When it comes to cholesterol, it is better to have __________.

A
more cholesterol
B
more LDL
C
a high ratio of LDL to HDL
D
more HDL
5

What is the impact of arteriosclerosis?

A
inefficient blood flow
B
increased artery elasticity
C
arterial plaque deposition
D
reduced blood clotting
6

Which of the following BEST describes what alveoli are?

A
They are the smallest tubes in the respiratory system.
B
They have a small amount of surface area.
C
They are found on the end of bronchioles.
D
They are comprised of millions of cells.
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During exercise, an individual's heart rate tends to increase steadily until __________.

A
the athletic activity is completed and the cool down begins
B
the individual begins to use advanced breathing techniques
C
a level of consistent intensity has been reached
D
none of the above
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Which of the following is the most important reason to maintain a high level of cardiovascular health?

A
A higher level of fitness makes it easier to develop larger muscles.
B
A higher level of fitness makes you more attractive to other people.
C
A higher level of fitness allows you to live a longer, healthier life.
D
A higher level of fitness improves your IQ.
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How is blood pressure in the body affected by exercise?

A
systolic pressure increases, diastolic pressure decreases
B
systolic pressure decreases, diastolic pressure remains constant
C
systolic pressure increases, diastolic pressure remains constant
D
systolic pressure remains constant, diastolic pressure increases
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All of the following are true about eating prior to exercise EXCEPT:

A
eating can cause gastric pain during exercise
B
eating increases the amount of oxygen available during exercise
C
eating reduces the amount of fat burned during exercise
D
eating should be avoided within 2 hours of exercise
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High levels of cholesterol can first lead directly to __________.

A
strokes
B
arteriosclerosis
C
heart attacks
D
heart failure
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Which of the following is NOT a benefit of swimming?

A
joints supported in water
B
full-body exercise
C
good exercise for cross-training
D
burn less than 400 calories per hour

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