Question 1

What is flexibility?

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A)  the shape of bones and cartilage in the joint
B)  the length of muscle around a joint
C)  the range of motion at a joint or group of joints
D)  the number of muscles,tendons,ligaments,and fascia that cross the jointE) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 2

Which is true about flexibility?

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A)  It is a component of health-related fitness.
B)  It is important for treatment but not prevention.
C)  It is not important for people that walk daily or meet aerobic activity guidelines.
D)  Good flexibility can prevent most sports injuries.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT true regarding static and dynamic flexibility?

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A)  Static flexibility is the maximum range a joint can achieve under stationary conditions.
B)  Dynamic flexibility is the maximum range a joint can achieve under active conditions.
C)  Good static flexibility is necessary for good dynamic flexibility.
D)  Good static flexibility ensures good dynamic flexibility.E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 4

Which of the following is characteristic of good posture?

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A)  permits efficient function and the least amount of strain
B)  provides rigid connectivity between joints
C)  allows optimal muscle laxity in all joints
D)  enables optimal body awareness and muscle controlE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 5

No ideal standard for flexibility exists because

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A)  people have different limb lengths.
B)  heredity plays the major role.
C)  little scientific evidence exists about the relationship of flexibility to health.
D)  it changes too dynamically across age and between sexes.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 6

The reflex relaxation of an opposing muscle group is called

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A)  active stretching.
B)  reciprocal inhibition.
C)  ballistic stretching.
D)  stimulation.E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 7

The muscle being stretched is known as the

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A)  antagonist.
B)  agonist.
C)  trigger point.
D)  ballistic muscle.E) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 8

Which is true regarding flexibility?

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A)  Flexibility can be assessed to determine a person's health status.
B)  Maximum flexibility peaks during adolescence.
C)  Physical inactivity can contribute to poor flexibility.
D)  A person with adequate flexibility in the legs is also likely to have good arm flexibility.E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 9

Use of a partner to aid in stretching is characteristic of

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A)  static stretching.
B)  ballistic stretching.
C)  dynamic stretching.
D)  passive assistance.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 10

The muscle group on the opposite side of the limb being stretched is known as the

Accepted Answer

A)  antagonist.
B)  agonist.
C)  contracture.
D)  activist.E) A) and B)
F) A) and D)

Question 11

Which of the following is true?

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A)  Ballistic stretching is considered to be safer than static stretching.
B)  Ballistic stretching is more effective than PNF stretching.
C)  Ballistic stretching is a specific type of dynamic stretching.
D)  Ballistic stretching causes hypermobility.E) B) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 12

Which of the following is true regarding flexibility?

Accepted Answer

A)  If you are flexible in one joint,you are likely to be flexible in others.
B)  Flexibility is independent of genetics.
C)  People in some sports need higher levels of flexibility.
D)  Males are more flexible than females.E) B) and C)
F) A) and C)

Question 13

What is a documented benefit of stretching other than increasing flexibility?

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A)  It can increase strength.
B)  It can reduce the risk of heart disease.
C)  It can relieve muscle spasms or cramping.
D)  It can increase cardiovascular endurance.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 14

Which type of muscles have a predictable tendency towards tightness?

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A)  primary movers
B)  static muscles
C)  postural muscles
D)  fast-twitch musclesE) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Exam 11: Flexibility

Which of the following is NOT true regarding static and dynamic flexibility?

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The reflex relaxation of an opposing muscle group is called

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What is a documented benefit of stretching other than increasing flexibility?

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Which is true regarding flexibility?

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The muscle being stretched is known as the

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No ideal standard for flexibility exists because

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The muscle group on the opposite side of the limb being stretched is known as the

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Use of a partner to aid in stretching is characteristic of

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Which of the following is characteristic of good posture?

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Which of the following is true?

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Which of the following is true regarding flexibility?

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Which is true about flexibility?

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Which type of muscles have a predictable tendency towards tightness?

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What is flexibility?

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Which of the following is NOT true regarding static and dynamic flexibility?

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The reflex relaxation of an opposing muscle group is called

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What is a documented benefit of stretching other than increasing flexibility?

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Which is true regarding flexibility?

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