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When comparing the proper position for spotting different exercises, you can conclude that, in spotting any exercise, it is important to __________.

A
stand with your feet together
B
keep your hand on the bar
C
keep your back upright
D
Place your hand inside the lifter's hands
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One reason the skeletal system is important is because __________.

A
without the skeletal system, an individual would not have enough calcium to live
B
the skeletal system creates the connective tissue and tendons that allow the body to move
C
the skeletal system is solely responsible for housing the body's immune system
D
the skeletal system is responsible for controlling functions of the entire body
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All of the following statements concerning drugs and supplements are true EXCEPT:

A
Many drugs and supplements are ineffective and expensive.
B
Many supplements and drugs are frequently used to improve performance and appearance.
C
Supplements and drugs both undergo stringent government testing.
D
Supplements and drugs can both cause unwanted side effects.
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What do barbell curls and dips have in common?

A
They are both leg exercises.
B
They both use free weights.
C
Neither exercise is isotonic.
D
They are both arm exercises.
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Which workout schedule would be BEST suited for a weight-lifting workout that builds both strength and endurance?

A
lifting weights four days a week with 2 to 4 repetitions
B
lifting weights every day with 8 to 10 repetitions
C
lifting weights three days a week with 12 to 20 repetitions
D
lifting weights three days a week with 8 to 12 repetitions
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Which of the following activities is most likely to improve muscular endurance?

A
high jumping
B
long distance running
C
sprinting
D
throwing a fast ball
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Why is it a myth that muscle turns into fat when someone stops working out?

A
Muscle and fat are two different kinds of tissue.
B
Muscle grows with physical inactivity.
C
Fat converts into muscle but not vice versa.
D
Only a small amount of muscle turns into fat.
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If you were creating a presentation that would cover the different types of muscles in the body, which groups of muscle would you need to include?

A
skeletal, cardiac, and smooth muscles
B
cartilage, tendons, and skeletal muscles
C
voluntary, cardiac, and involuntary muscles
D
voluntary, involuntary, and smooth muscles
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When spotting a bench press, the spotter stands with a straight back, hands under the arms of the lifter, and carefully watches the bar. This demonstrates __________.

A
good technique because the form is appropriate
B
poor technique because the back should be bent
C
poor technique because the spotter should be moving up and down with the lifter as they lift the weight
D
poor technique because the spotter should have their hands underneath the bar
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An individual having a history of migraine headaches would most likely be diagnosed with having __________.

A
a common issue of the central nervous system
B
a degenerative disorder of the central nervous system
C
a disorder of the peripheral nervous system
D
no issues
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The local gym has some rules about spotting. Which one of the rules is incorrect?

A
All spotters must keep their eyes on the lifter during the lift.
B
All spotters must keep an upward straight position.
C
All exercises require a spotter.
D
All spotters must help rerack the weights.
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A few friends are having a disagreement about spotters. Select the statement that shows the individual understands the role of the spotter correctly.

A
Lisa says, "A spotter is important to protect the safety of the lifter but is not necessary for all types of lifts."
B
Shawna says, "A spotter is only necessary when you are doing a strength building workout."
C
Rachel says, "A spotter is only there to help you count your reps and restack the weights when you are tired."
D
Emma says, "A spotter is there to keep you motivated, and it is okay for them to work out while you are lifting."

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