PED 3701 ASSIGNMENT 3 2024 DUE 15 JUNE 2024
QUESTIONS AND DETAILED ANSWERS (GRADED DISTICTION)
1. What does PED stand for?
PED stands for performance-enhancing drugs.
2. What are some common examples of PEDs?
Some common examples of PEDs include anabolic steroids, human growth hormone, and erythropoietin
(EPO).
3. How do PEDs work in the body?
PEDs work by increasing muscle mass, strength, and endurance, allowing athletes to train harder and
perform better in competition.
4. Are PEDs legal in sports?
No, PEDs are banned by most sports organizations and leagues due to their unfair advantage and
potential health risks.
5. What are the health risks associated with PED use?
Health risks associated with PED use include heart problems, liver damage, hormonal imbalances, and
psychiatric disorders.
6. How are athletes caught using PEDs?
Athletes are often caught using PEDs through drug testing conducted by sports organizations, which can
detect the presence of banned substances in urine or blood samples.
7. Can athletes receive penalties for using PEDs?
Yes, athletes who are caught using PEDs can be disqualified from competition, stripped of medals, and
face suspensions or bans from their sport.
, 8. Are there natural alternatives to PEDs?
Yes, there are natural alternatives to PEDs such as proper nutrition, training, and recovery strategies that
can enhance athletic performance without the use of drugs.
9. How do PEDs affect female athletes?
PEDs can have serious health consequences for female athletes, including virilization (development of
male characteristics), infertility, and increased risk of certain cancers.
10. Can athletes still achieve success without using PEDs?
Yes, many athletes have achieved success through hard work, dedication, and natural talent without the
use of PEDs.
11. How do PEDs impact the integrity of sports?
PEDs can undermine the integrity of sports by creating an uneven playing field and promoting cheating
and dishonesty among athletes.
12. Are there legal consequences for selling or distributing PEDs?
Yes, selling or distributing PEDs is illegal and can result in criminal charges and penalties.
13. How do PEDs impact sports records and achievements?
The use of PEDs can tarnish sports records and achievements, casting doubt on the legitimacy and
fairness of athletes' performances.
14. What are the long-term effects of using PEDs?
Some long-term effects of using PEDs may include cardiovascular disease, kidney failure, and reduced life
expectancy.
15. How do PEDs impact the image of sports?
The use of PEDs can damage the image of sports by creating a negative perception of athletes as
dishonest and unethical competitors.
QUESTIONS AND DETAILED ANSWERS (GRADED DISTICTION)
1. What does PED stand for?
PED stands for performance-enhancing drugs.
2. What are some common examples of PEDs?
Some common examples of PEDs include anabolic steroids, human growth hormone, and erythropoietin
(EPO).
3. How do PEDs work in the body?
PEDs work by increasing muscle mass, strength, and endurance, allowing athletes to train harder and
perform better in competition.
4. Are PEDs legal in sports?
No, PEDs are banned by most sports organizations and leagues due to their unfair advantage and
potential health risks.
5. What are the health risks associated with PED use?
Health risks associated with PED use include heart problems, liver damage, hormonal imbalances, and
psychiatric disorders.
6. How are athletes caught using PEDs?
Athletes are often caught using PEDs through drug testing conducted by sports organizations, which can
detect the presence of banned substances in urine or blood samples.
7. Can athletes receive penalties for using PEDs?
Yes, athletes who are caught using PEDs can be disqualified from competition, stripped of medals, and
face suspensions or bans from their sport.
, 8. Are there natural alternatives to PEDs?
Yes, there are natural alternatives to PEDs such as proper nutrition, training, and recovery strategies that
can enhance athletic performance without the use of drugs.
9. How do PEDs affect female athletes?
PEDs can have serious health consequences for female athletes, including virilization (development of
male characteristics), infertility, and increased risk of certain cancers.
10. Can athletes still achieve success without using PEDs?
Yes, many athletes have achieved success through hard work, dedication, and natural talent without the
use of PEDs.
11. How do PEDs impact the integrity of sports?
PEDs can undermine the integrity of sports by creating an uneven playing field and promoting cheating
and dishonesty among athletes.
12. Are there legal consequences for selling or distributing PEDs?
Yes, selling or distributing PEDs is illegal and can result in criminal charges and penalties.
13. How do PEDs impact sports records and achievements?
The use of PEDs can tarnish sports records and achievements, casting doubt on the legitimacy and
fairness of athletes' performances.
14. What are the long-term effects of using PEDs?
Some long-term effects of using PEDs may include cardiovascular disease, kidney failure, and reduced life
expectancy.
15. How do PEDs impact the image of sports?
The use of PEDs can damage the image of sports by creating a negative perception of athletes as
dishonest and unethical competitors.
