Question 1

Which advantage is associated with static exercises?

Accepted Answer

A)  They mimic the speed of contraction needed for some sports.
B)  They require no equipment.
C)  They require special equipment.
D)  They strengthen already developed muscles.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 2

Which describes a muscle fiber?

Accepted Answer

A)  a motor nerve attached to muscle cells
B)  a protein structure within muscle cells
C)  an enzyme that facilitates metabolism within muscle cells
D)  an individual muscle cellE) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 3

For overall fitness,how many different exercises should a weight training program include?

Accepted Answer

A)  2-3
B)  5-6
C)  8-10
D)  12-14E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 4

Muscular endurance can be assessed by measuring the speed at which a set amount of weight can be moved.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which is true when comparing free weights and weight machines?

Accepted Answer

A)  Free weights are less available.
B)  Free weights require less skill.
C)  Free weights strengthen in ways that are more adaptable to real-life motion.
D)  Free weights require less coordination.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 6

List at least five benefits of muscular strength and endurance,and describe specifically how developing strength and endurance provides each benefit.

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Question 7

What is the best way to build individual muscle strength and muscle size?

Accepted Answer

A)  Use heavy resistance with few repetitions for multiple sets.
B)  Use medium resistance with a medium number of repetitions.
C)  Use light resistance with many repetitions.
D)  Do resistance exercises for each muscle at least 5 days per week.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 8

Explain the difference between static and dynamic exercise and between concentric and eccentric muscle contractions.Give at least two examples of each.

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Question 9

Increased muscular strength and endurance reduces one's risk of injury.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

For a strength training program to develop general fitness,it is sufficient to do just one set of each exercise.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Which activity is recommended when working with free weights?

Accepted Answer

A)  keep the weight close to your body
B)  use a spotter for all exercises
C)  lift most of the weight with your arms
D)  bounce the barbell against your bodyE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 12

What characterizes fast-twitch muscle fibers?

Accepted Answer

A)  aerobic energy system
B)  rapid contraction
C)  use of oxidative energy system
D)  enduranceE) A) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 13

What is the best description for isometric exercise?

Accepted Answer

A)  applying force with movement
B)  applying force at a constant speed
C)  applying force without a change in the length of the muscle
D)  applying force while a muscle is lengtheningE) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 14

How does strength training improve body composition?

Accepted Answer

A)  primarily by decreasing body weight
B)  primarily by increasing muscle mass
C)  primarily by increasing fat weight
D)  primarily by decreasing muscle massE) B) and C)
F) A) and C)

Question 15

Muscular strength will increase more rapidly if you rest a day between workouts than if you train every day.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which is a muscle group developed through spine extensions?

Accepted Answer

A)  quadriceps
B)  erector spinae
C)  gastrocnemius
D)  deltoidsE) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 17

Training with free weights is a form of variable resistance exercise.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

What percentage of all Americans will be afflicted with low back pain at some point in their life?

Accepted Answer

A)  20%
B)  35%
C)  50%
D)  85%E) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 19

In weight training,what is the definition of a set?

Accepted Answer

A)  group of exercises followed by a rest period
B)  group of repetitions followed by a rest period
C)  group of similar exercises followed by a rest period
D)  single muscle contractionE) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 20

Which condition can cause the decrease in muscle strength that is often associated with aging?

Accepted Answer

A)  malnutrition
B)  inactivity
C)  strength training
D)  endurance trainingE) A) and D)
F) C) and D)

Exam 4: Muscular Strength and Endurance

Which is true when comparing free weights and weight machines?

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How does strength training improve body composition?

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Which describes a muscle fiber?

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Training with free weights is a form of variable resistance exercise.

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Muscular endurance can be assessed by measuring the speed at which a set amount of weight can be moved.

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What percentage of all Americans will be afflicted with low back pain at some point in their life?

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What is the best way to build individual muscle strength and muscle size?

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Which activity is recommended when working with free weights?

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Increased muscular strength and endurance reduces one's risk of injury.

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Muscular strength will increase more rapidly if you rest a day between workouts than if you train every day.

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List at least five benefits of muscular strength and endurance,and describe specifically how developing strength and endurance provides each benefit.

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What characterizes fast-twitch muscle fibers?

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