Chapter 12 Nutrition and Physical Activity: Keys to Good Health

Chapter 12  Nutrition and Physical Activity: Keys to Good Health

Complete Chapter Questions With Answers

Sample Questions Are Posted Below

Multiple-Choice Questions

1) Which of the following BEST describes exercise?

1. A) any movement produced by muscles that increases energy expenditure
2. B) maximal force or tension level that can be produced by a muscle group
3. C) leisure physical activity that is purposeful, planned, and structured
4. D) ability to move a joint fluidly through the complete range of motion

Answer:  C

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Skill:  Applied

2) Which of the following is NOT one of the physiological effects of regular physical activity?

1. A) enhances the action of insulin
2. B) enhances gastric motility
3. C) improves sleep patterns
4. D) decreases high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL)

Answer:  D

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Skill:  Conceptual

3) Approximately what percentage of Americans report that they do NOT engage in any leisure-time activity?

1. A) 10 percent
2. B) 16 percent
3. C) 25 percent
4. D) 50 percent

Answer:  C

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Skill:  Factual

4) Physical activity NOT related to a person’s occupation is known as

1. A) nonoccupational physical activity.
2. B) leisure-time physical activity.
3. C) free-time physical activity.
4. D) physical fitness.

Answer:  B

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Skill:  Factual

5) The top of the Physical Activity Pyramid emphasizes activities that

1. A) are harmful, such as failing to stretch before starting an activity.
2. B) we should do less of, such as watching TV.
3. C) should be done three to five times a week to improve cardiovascular fitness, such as aerobic exercise.
4. D) should be engaged in every day.

Answer:  B

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Skill:  Applied