Question 1

A muscle contraction with no change in muscle length is

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A)   isotonic.
B)   isokinetic.
C)   isometric.
D)   eccentric.

Question 2

Isotonic contractions are characterized by consistent muscle length.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

The most common type of muscle contraction encountered with most exercises is ________, meaning the contraction proceeds at a consistent muscle tension while the body part moves through its range of motion.

Accepted Answer

A)   isotonic
B)   isokinetic
C)   isometric
D)   eccentric

Question 4

Which process accurately describes a change in body composition that occurs as a result of resistance training?

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A)   Fat cells decrease in number.
B)   Fat cells decrease in size.
C)   Fat cells turn into muscle cells.
D)   Muscle cells increase in number.

Question 5

Which of the following is a function of skeletal muscle?

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A)   Moves food through the stomach
B)   Generates body heat
C)   Contracts the heart
D)   Causes contraction of veins

Question 6

A single muscle cell is called a fascicle.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

An ergogenic substance will reduce exercise performance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Lifting for ________ stresses the nervous system to act quickly and the tendons, ligaments, and joint structures to become more stable.

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A)   power
B)   strength
C)   endurance
D)   agility

Question 9

One advantage of a stability ball for resistance work is

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A)   the development of core strength.
B)   that all exercises can be done in a pool.
C)   that all exercises mimic sport movement patterns.
D)   the maximum development of upper body muscles.

Question 10

Which of the following characteristics is the best evidence of a qualified personal trainer?

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A)   Five years of experience
B)   Certified by a nationally recognized organization
C)   Trains local athletes
D)   Has a fit body

Question 11

Concentric contractions occur when force is developed in the muscle as the muscle is shortening.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Creatine is found naturally in the body.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Training that involves exercisers moving from one station to another in a set pattern is which of the following?

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A)   Plyometrics
B)   Traditional weight training
C)   Circuit training
D)   Calisthenics

Question 14

A muscle contraction with overall muscle shortening is

Accepted Answer

A)   concentric.
B)   isokinetic.
C)   isometric.
D)   eccentric.

Question 15

Which of the following best describes plyometric exercise?

Accepted Answer

A)   Resistance training in which a person lifts very heavy weights
B)   Lifting free weights in multiple sets and repetitions
C)   Explosive exercises that mimic quick movements needed in many sports
D)   Body weight exercises such as sit-up and push-ups

Question 16

Which is TRUE regarding the effect of weight training in women compared with men?

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A)   Women have greater gains in muscle size than men.
B)   Women increase in strength and muscle endurance through strength training, just as men.
C)   Women have greater gains in testosterone than men.
D)   There is no benefit for women.

Question 17

Type II muscle fibers (fast-twitch)

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A)   are easily fatigable.
B)   utilize oxygen to contract.
C)   generate lesser levels of muscular power than type I fibers.
D)   contract slowly.

Question 18

Resistance training is beneficial in preventing osteoporosis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Muscular endurance is defined as the ability

Accepted Answer

A)   to contract a muscle repeatedly over an extended period of time.
B)   of a muscle to contract with maximal force.
C)   of the musculoskeletal system to perform daily activities without undue fatigue.
D)   to move the limbs through their full range of motion.

Question 20

An individual muscle cell within each skeletal muscle is called a

Accepted Answer

A)   muscle fiber.
B)   fascicle.
C)   myofibril.
D)   muscle body.

Exam 4: Building Muscular Strength and Endurance

Isotonic contractions are characterized by consistent muscle length.

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The most common type of muscle contraction encountered with most exercises is ________, meaning the contraction proceeds at a consistent muscle tension while the body part moves through its range of motion.

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A muscle contraction with no change in muscle length is

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Which of the following characteristics is the best evidence of a qualified personal trainer?

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An individual muscle cell within each skeletal muscle is called a

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A muscle contraction with overall muscle shortening is

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Which is TRUE regarding the effect of weight training in women compared with men?

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Creatine is found naturally in the body.

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Type II muscle fibers (fast-twitch)

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A single muscle cell is called a fascicle.

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Muscular endurance is defined as the ability

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Resistance training is beneficial in preventing osteoporosis.

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Which of the following is a function of skeletal muscle?

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Lifting for ________ stresses the nervous system to act quickly and the tendons, ligaments, and joint structures to become more stable.

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Training that involves exercisers moving from one station to another in a set pattern is which of the following?

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Concentric contractions occur when force is developed in the muscle as the muscle is shortening.

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An ergogenic substance will reduce exercise performance.

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Which of the following best describes plyometric exercise?

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One advantage of a stability ball for resistance work is

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Which process accurately describes a change in body composition that occurs as a result of resistance training?

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