AFAA GFI PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS WITH
VERIFIED SOLUTIONS GRADED A+ LATEST
UPDATE
The synergistic action of muscle groups to produce movement around a joint is
known as what?
Select one:
a. Length-tension relationship
b. Moment of force
c. Force-couple
d. Subacromial impingement --ANSWER--c. Force-couple
In lower crossed syndrome, the latissimus dorsi is often short, and which of the
following is often lengthened?
Select one:
a. Rectus femoris
b. Gluteus maximus
c. Psoas major
d. Erector spinae --ANSWER--b. Gluteus maximus
What is a common overactive muscle that could be included during static
stretching?
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,Select one:
a. Biceps Incorrect
b. Gluteus Maximus
c. Hamstrings
d. Gastrocnemius --ANSWER--d. Gastrocnemius
For the general population, what percentage of total daily calories should come
from carbohydrates?
Select one:
a. 75 - 85%
b. 10 - 20%
c. 45 - 65%
d. 30 - 40% --ANSWER--c. 45 - 65%
Which of the following words is most likely to help participants connect
kinesthetically to the moves?
Select one:
a. Feel
b. Watch
c. Speak
d. Listen --ANSWER--a. Feel
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,What should be the primary mode of activity for a participant with
hypertension?
Select one:
a. HIIT training
b. Cardiorespiratory training
c. Stabilization training
d. Resistance training --ANSWER--b. Cardiorespiratory training
Which of the following has a primary function of building and repairing body
tissues and structures?
Select one:
a. Carbohydrate
b. Protein
c. Lipid
d. Vitamin --ANSWER--b. Protein
What effect does the hormone relaxin have on women who are pregnant?
Select one:
a. Decreases joint stability
b. Improves bone health
c. Increases body temperature
d. Limits strength adaptations --ANSWER--a. Decreases joint stability
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, Which of the following training methods should be avoided for a participant
with hypertension?
Select one:
a. Moderate-intensity cardiovascular training
b. Active stretching
c. High-intensity maximal resistance training
d. Circuit training --ANSWER--c. High-intensity maximal resistance training
Which of the following refers to the chemical or substrate form in which most
fat exists in food as well as in the body?
Select one:
a. Collagen
b. Triglycerides
c. Saccharides
d. Phosphocreatine --ANSWER--b. Triglycerides
What is the recommended air temperature for a facility for most group fitness
formats (aside from specialty formats)?
Select one:
a. 68 - 72ºF
b. 83 - 87ºF
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VERIFIED SOLUTIONS GRADED A+ LATEST
UPDATE
The synergistic action of muscle groups to produce movement around a joint is
known as what?
Select one:
a. Length-tension relationship
b. Moment of force
c. Force-couple
d. Subacromial impingement --ANSWER--c. Force-couple
In lower crossed syndrome, the latissimus dorsi is often short, and which of the
following is often lengthened?
Select one:
a. Rectus femoris
b. Gluteus maximus
c. Psoas major
d. Erector spinae --ANSWER--b. Gluteus maximus
What is a common overactive muscle that could be included during static
stretching?
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,Select one:
a. Biceps Incorrect
b. Gluteus Maximus
c. Hamstrings
d. Gastrocnemius --ANSWER--d. Gastrocnemius
For the general population, what percentage of total daily calories should come
from carbohydrates?
Select one:
a. 75 - 85%
b. 10 - 20%
c. 45 - 65%
d. 30 - 40% --ANSWER--c. 45 - 65%
Which of the following words is most likely to help participants connect
kinesthetically to the moves?
Select one:
a. Feel
b. Watch
c. Speak
d. Listen --ANSWER--a. Feel
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,What should be the primary mode of activity for a participant with
hypertension?
Select one:
a. HIIT training
b. Cardiorespiratory training
c. Stabilization training
d. Resistance training --ANSWER--b. Cardiorespiratory training
Which of the following has a primary function of building and repairing body
tissues and structures?
Select one:
a. Carbohydrate
b. Protein
c. Lipid
d. Vitamin --ANSWER--b. Protein
What effect does the hormone relaxin have on women who are pregnant?
Select one:
a. Decreases joint stability
b. Improves bone health
c. Increases body temperature
d. Limits strength adaptations --ANSWER--a. Decreases joint stability
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, Which of the following training methods should be avoided for a participant
with hypertension?
Select one:
a. Moderate-intensity cardiovascular training
b. Active stretching
c. High-intensity maximal resistance training
d. Circuit training --ANSWER--c. High-intensity maximal resistance training
Which of the following refers to the chemical or substrate form in which most
fat exists in food as well as in the body?
Select one:
a. Collagen
b. Triglycerides
c. Saccharides
d. Phosphocreatine --ANSWER--b. Triglycerides
What is the recommended air temperature for a facility for most group fitness
formats (aside from specialty formats)?
Select one:
a. 68 - 72ºF
b. 83 - 87ºF
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