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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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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
4

Which of the following does NOT limit range of motion?

A
weak muscles
B
age
C
disease
D
bone structure
5

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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According to the exercise principle of balance, a workout should __________.

A
address all components of fitness
B
focus on balance and coordination
C
target specific areas for improvement
D
vary exercise activities over time
9

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
10

An individual center of gravity can usually be found __________.

A
just above the belly button
B
just above the knees
C
just below the neck
D
just below the hips
11

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
13

Which of the following factors are incorporated into the FITT principle of weight training?

A
function, intensity, type, and timeline for exercise
B
frequency of exercise, intensity, time allotted, and type of exercise
C
fitness goals, interests of the person, techniques, and time allotted
D
frequency, interests of the person, technical abilities, time commitment
14

What is the difference between velocity and acceleration?

A
Velocity describes an object's position and acceleration describes how fast it moves.
B
Velocity is how fast an object moves and acceleration is the rate of change in velocity.
C
Velocity is used to determine the magnitude of force acting on an object, and acceleration isn't.
D
Velocity is a time-dependent property of an object, while acceleration is not.
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Maggie plans a workout for Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday where she lifts weights that cover all of her major muscle groups. She will lift the most weight that she can handle and still control her form. Her plan is to do seven repetitions and three sets of each exercise. What would be the results after Maggie participated in this workout for more than six months?

A
Maggie would build muscular endurance because she has chosen a low number of sets.
B
Maggie would build muscular strength because of the weight sets and repetitions she has chosen.
C
Maggie would build muscular strength because she has chosen such a heavy weight.
D
Maggie would gain muscular endurance because of the amount of repetitions she is performing.
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Poor flexibility can result in __________.

A
poor mobility
B
injuries
C
pain
D
all of the above
19

Which is the BEST statement about joint flexibility?

A
It is constant for any joint type.
B
It is constant within a family.
C
It is consistent between an individual's joints.
D
It varies from joint to joint.
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Participating in __________ can improve flexibility.

A
yoga
B
pilates
C
swimming
D
all of the above

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