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Fitness and Wellness Practice ExamGraded A+ 2024
"Nonspecific response" means that the body reacts differently to a stressor based on
the positive or negative nature of the event. - ANSWER-False
A cancer prevention diet should include - ANSWER-a. ample amounts of fruit and
vegetables.
b. cruciferous vegetables.
c. phytonutrients.
d. soy products.
e. All are correct choices.
A daily energy expenditure of 300 calories through physical activity is the equivalent of
approximately how many pounds of fat per year? - ANSWER-31
A MET represents - ANSWER-the rate of energy expenditure at rest.
A one-mile walk test can be used to assess cardiorespiratory endurance. - ANSWER-
True
A person is more likely to resort to preconditioned habits in a new, unfamiliar
environment. - ANSWER-False
A person suffering from heatstroke - ANSWER-a. requires immediate medical attention.
b. should be placed in a cool, humidity-controlled environment.
c. should be sprayed with cool water and rubbed with cool towels.
d. should not be given fluids if unconscious.
e. All are correct choices.
A person with which profile likely has the lowest risk of cancer? - ANSWER-BMI less
than 30, exercises at least 3.5 hours a week, diet rich in fruit and vegetables, diet low in
meat
A precontemplator is a person who - ANSWER-has no desire to change a behavior.
A regular aerobic exercise program - ANSWER-significantly decreases the risk for
cardiovascular disease.
A SMART goal is effective when it is - ANSWER-a. realistic.
b. measurable.
c. specific.
d. acceptable.
e. All are correct choices.
,Accidents are the leading cause of death in the United States for people under the age
of 45. - ANSWER-True
According to a landmark study reported in the Journal of the American Medical
Association, how much higher was death rate from all causes for low-fit men as
compared to high-fit men? - ANSWER-3.4 times higher
According to a landmark study reported in the Journal of the American Medical
Association, how much higher was death rate from all causes for low-fit women as
compared to high-fit women? - ANSWER-4.6 times higher
According to Dr. Metzel, people will work much harder with their exercise program if
they _________. - ANSWER-Work out with a group
According to experts, successful people learn how to set develop goals that _______
the demands on their willpower. - ANSWER-Minimize
According to MyPlate, you should make half your plate - ANSWER-fruits and
vegetables.
According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the best nutrition-based strategy to
reap health benefits and prevent chronic disease is to - ANSWER-wisely choose a wide
variety of foods.
According to the American College of Sports Medicine, the recommended duration for
each cardiorespiratory training session is - ANSWER-20 to 60 minutes.
According to the Institute of Medicine, how many minutes of moderate-intensity physical
activity should Jillian engage in per day if she wants to maintain her weight? -
ANSWER-60
According to the textbook, willpower reserve can be increased through which of the
following? - ANSWER-Getting a good night's sleep
According to the video, what two traits predict success? - ANSWER-Intelligence and
self-control
Achieved maximal heart rates during swimming are approximately _____ beats per
minute (bpm) lower than during running. - ANSWER-10-13
After a workout Dawson is standing in front of his refrigerator, what is the snack he
should grab? - ANSWER-A peanut butter and jelly sandwich
After several months of aerobic training, VO2max increases to what percentage on
average? - ANSWER-Between 15 and 20
, Age-related loss of lean body mass, strength and function is known as _______. -
ANSWER-Sarcopenia
An "excellent" cardiorespiratory fitness rating in mL/kg/min for young male adults is
about - ANSWER-50.
An athlete who has trained for balance in one sport, such as gymnastics, will quickly be
able to transfer that balance to skills in a different sport. - ANSWER-False
An individual who is 30 or more pounds overweight during middle age decreases his or
her lifespan by about 7 years. - ANSWER-True
Andrew has been on a calorie-restricting diet, eating only 1,500 calories a day, and has
lost 20 pounds. (He was originally 200 pounds and is now down to 180 pounds.)
However, he finds that he is no longer losing weight. What should he do to lose more
weight? - ANSWER-Increase his exercise to make up for the compensatory metabolic
adjustments his body has made following his weight loss.
Angiogenesis is the growth of a new network of blood vessels and lymphatic vessels
that penetrate a cancerous tumor and contribute to the death of its cells. - ANSWER-
False
Anton suffers from chronic stress. How does this contribute to his risk for diabetes? -
ANSWER-It causes an increase of epinephrine and adrenaline, which elevates blood
glucose levels
Antony wants to make sure his nutritional intake is sound. Which of the following dietary
reference values for nutrient ranges should he rely on when selecting foods to ensure
his intake is adequate? - ANSWER-RDA
As a person ages, what percentage does their metabolism decline per decade? -
ANSWER-2 percent
Bella wants to reduce the extra weight she has gained in her midsection. What should
she do to lose the weight there? - ANSWER-Maintain a negative caloric balance and
exercise more
Bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles is called - ANSWER-physical activity.
Breathing in and holding your breath _____. - ANSWER-increases the overall level of
oxygen in your system
Brisk walking (at speeds of 4 miles per hour or faster) improves cardiorespiratory
fitness. - ANSWER-True
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