Question 1

Which of the following has been found to be a side effect of anabolic steroid use?

Accepted Answer

A)  weight loss
B)  liver disease
C)  baldness
D)  alcoholism
E)  diabetes.F) A) and B)
G) All of the above

Question 2

To improve cardiorespiratory endurance during activities such as walking or swimming slowly,your heart rate should be kept in the target zone for at least

Accepted Answer

A)  10 minutes,five times per week.
B)  15 minutes,four times per week.
C)  30 minutes,three times per week.
D)  45 minutes,three times per week.E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 3

An individual considering using dietary supplements or drugs to enhance performance should understand that

Accepted Answer

A)  supplements can help change an untrained person into a fit person.
B)  anabolic steroids are a safe way to increase strength.
C)  supplements are usually inexpensive ways to build strength.
D)  the long-term effects of many supplements are unknown.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 4

What is the ability to move joints through their full range of motion?

Accepted Answer

A)  muscular strength
B)  muscular endurance
C)  flexibility
D)  agilityE) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 5

According to the Public Health Agency of Canada,physical inactivity contributes to more than ____________ premature deaths in Canada each year.

Accepted Answer

A)  10000
B)  15000
C)  20000
D)  25000E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 6

What percentage of Canadians are not active enough for health benefits?

Accepted Answer

A)  23 percent
B)  43 percent
C)  63 percent
D)  83 percentE) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 7

An appropriate exercise duration depends primarily on exercise frequency.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

According to the FITT principle,a workout frequency of _____________ per week is recommended to develop strength.

Accepted Answer

A)  2 to 4 days
B)  4 to 5 days
C)  1 to 2 days
D)  1 dayE) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 9

In which of the following situations should John get a medical examination before beginning an exercise program?

Accepted Answer

A)  If he is inactive and over 40 years of age.
B)  If he has diabetes or asthma.
C)  If he has a history of heart disease.
D)  All of these choices are correct.E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 10

The metabolic syndrome is characterized by all of the following,EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  insulin resistance
B)  type 1 diabetes
C)  high blood pressure
D)  abnormal blood fatsE) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 11

What is the most popular physical recreational activity for adults in Canada?

Accepted Answer

A)  walking
B)  running
C)  swimming
D)  gardeningE) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 12

A complete flexibility workout should take approximately how much time?

Accepted Answer

A)  10 minutes
B)  20 to 30 minutes
C)  25 to 35 minutes
D)  40 minutesE) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 13

All of the following are skill-related components of fitness,EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  speed
B)  agility
C)  power
D)  enduranceE) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 14

Cooling down after exercise is important to

Accepted Answer

A)  boost oxygen consumption.
B)  increase lactic acid in the muscles.
C)  restore circulation to its normal resting condition.
D)  maintain blood flow to the extremities.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 15

High levels of which of the following are associated with reduced risk of CVD?

Accepted Answer

A)  low-density lipoproteins (LDL) 
B)  very-low-density lipoproteins (VLDL) 
C)  high-density lipoproteins (HDL) 
D)  triglyceridesE) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 16

All of the following are dimensions of overload,EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  frequency.
B)  intensity.
C)  specificity.
D)  duration.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 17

Which of the following activities will provide the MOST aerobic benefit for a beginning exerciser?

Accepted Answer

A)  racquetball
B)  walking
C)  basketball
D)  tennisE) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 18

Advantages of exercise machines include all of the following,EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  allow dynamic movements.
B)  don't require spotters.
C)  provide variable resistance.
D)  require less skill.E) C) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 19

Serena has been weight training for several months.Which one of the following results would she be MOST likely to notice?

Accepted Answer

A)  a significant increase in muscle size
B)  an increase in strength
C)  an increase in overall fat levels
D)  an increase in testosterone levelsE) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 20

All of the following are recommendations for injury prevention,EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  warm up thoroughly before exercise.
B)  avoiding lifting objects.
C)  use proper equipment.
D)  avoid exercising when ill or overtraineD.E) A) and C)
F) None of the above

Exam 6: Exercise for Health and Fitness

To improve cardiorespiratory endurance during activities such as walking or swimming slowly,your heart rate should be kept in the target zone for at least

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All of the following are skill-related components of fitness,EXCEPT:

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All of the following are dimensions of overload,EXCEPT

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According to the FITT principle,a workout frequency of _____________ per week is recommended to develop strength.

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A complete flexibility workout should take approximately how much time?

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An appropriate exercise duration depends primarily on exercise frequency.

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Which of the following activities will provide the MOST aerobic benefit for a beginning exerciser?

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Serena has been weight training for several months.Which one of the following results would she be MOST likely to notice?

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An individual considering using dietary supplements or drugs to enhance performance should understand that

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Advantages of exercise machines include all of the following,EXCEPT:

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Which of the following has been found to be a side effect of anabolic steroid use?

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In which of the following situations should John get a medical examination before beginning an exercise program?

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According to the Public Health Agency of Canada,physical inactivity contributes to more than ____________ premature deaths in Canada each year.

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What is the most popular physical recreational activity for adults in Canada?

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All of the following are recommendations for injury prevention,EXCEPT:

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Cooling down after exercise is important to

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What percentage of Canadians are not active enough for health benefits?

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High levels of which of the following are associated with reduced risk of CVD?

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What is the ability to move joints through their full range of motion?

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The metabolic syndrome is characterized by all of the following,EXCEPT:

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