AFAA-GFI Practice exam |224 Questions and
Answers
Which of the following is an example of sagittal plane movement? - -Biceps curls
-Which of the following is a high-energy molecule that stores energy to be used in cellular
and mechanical work, including exercise? - -ATP
-What is the acceptable macronutrient distribution range for carbohydrate intake for the
average adult? - -45-65% of total caloric intake
-Which of the following terms refers to a position on or toward the back of the body? - -
Posterior
-Which of the following participants may need to begin an exercise program with five
minute sessions ? - -A participant with cancer
-Which of the following terms refers to vessels that transport blood from the capillaries
toward the heart? - -Veins
-Which of the following populations should avoid hot and humid environments? - -
Prenatal
-Which of the following are major sources of complete proteins? - -Dairy and meats
-Which of the following is a function of heart rate and stroke volume? - -Cardiac output
-At what point can dehydration start to affect exercise capacity and exercise performance?
- -A loss of 2 - 3% body weight
-When teaching adults over 65, what should be the instructor's emphasis in class? - -
Executing lift with proper technique
-Which term refers to the inferior chamber of the heart that receives blood from its
corresponding atrium and, in turn, forces blood into the arteries? - -Ventricle
-Which of the following is a function of blood? - -Transportation
-Which of the following is a muscle that is commonly overactive in the foot and ankle? - -
Soleus
-Which nutrient helps to stabilize body temperature by absorbing heat generated by
exercise? - -Water
, -Which of the following terms refers to the ability of muscles to exert maximal power in a
minimal amount of time? - -Rate of force production
-Which statement is true regarding incomplete proteins? - -One can consume adequate
protein by combining various protein-rich foods.
-Which of the following bisects the body into right and left sides? - -Sagittal plane
-Which of the following refers to energy demand placed on the body? - -Metabolic
specificity
-In lower crossed syndrome, the latissimus dorsi is often short, and which of the following
is often lengthened? - -Gluteus maximus
-Which of the following refers to the chemical or substrate form in which most fat exists in
food as well as in the body? - -Triglycerides
-What is biomechanics the study of? - -How forces affect a living body
-Which training concept is used to correct muscular imbalances, increase joint range of
motion, decrease muscle soreness, and improve muscle extensibility? - -Flexibility
-Which of the following is a muscle that is commonly underactive in the head and neck? - -
Deep cervical flexors
-Which of the following is characteristic of heat exhaustion? - -Profuse sweating, pale skin,
dizziness, hyperventilation, and rapid pulse
-Which of the following is an example of relaxation of the psoas so the glutes can contract?
- -Reciprocal inhibition
-In order to create physiological changes, an exercise stimulus must be applied in which of
the following ways? - -At an intensity greater than the body is accustomed to receiving
-From which of the following positions does horizontal abduction involve the movement of
the arm or thigh in the transverse plane to a lateral position? - -Anterior
-uring your class, you notice an obese participant struggling with the exercises. Which of
the following would be the most appropriate course of action? - -Show options for body
weight exercises.
-In addition to improved quality of life and weight loss, which of the following is a another
health benefit of fitness? - -Elevated mood
-Which of the following refers to a form or mode of exercise that presents a specific stress
to the body? - -Modality
Answers
Which of the following is an example of sagittal plane movement? - -Biceps curls
-Which of the following is a high-energy molecule that stores energy to be used in cellular
and mechanical work, including exercise? - -ATP
-What is the acceptable macronutrient distribution range for carbohydrate intake for the
average adult? - -45-65% of total caloric intake
-Which of the following terms refers to a position on or toward the back of the body? - -
Posterior
-Which of the following participants may need to begin an exercise program with five
minute sessions ? - -A participant with cancer
-Which of the following terms refers to vessels that transport blood from the capillaries
toward the heart? - -Veins
-Which of the following populations should avoid hot and humid environments? - -
Prenatal
-Which of the following are major sources of complete proteins? - -Dairy and meats
-Which of the following is a function of heart rate and stroke volume? - -Cardiac output
-At what point can dehydration start to affect exercise capacity and exercise performance?
- -A loss of 2 - 3% body weight
-When teaching adults over 65, what should be the instructor's emphasis in class? - -
Executing lift with proper technique
-Which term refers to the inferior chamber of the heart that receives blood from its
corresponding atrium and, in turn, forces blood into the arteries? - -Ventricle
-Which of the following is a function of blood? - -Transportation
-Which of the following is a muscle that is commonly overactive in the foot and ankle? - -
Soleus
-Which nutrient helps to stabilize body temperature by absorbing heat generated by
exercise? - -Water
, -Which of the following terms refers to the ability of muscles to exert maximal power in a
minimal amount of time? - -Rate of force production
-Which statement is true regarding incomplete proteins? - -One can consume adequate
protein by combining various protein-rich foods.
-Which of the following bisects the body into right and left sides? - -Sagittal plane
-Which of the following refers to energy demand placed on the body? - -Metabolic
specificity
-In lower crossed syndrome, the latissimus dorsi is often short, and which of the following
is often lengthened? - -Gluteus maximus
-Which of the following refers to the chemical or substrate form in which most fat exists in
food as well as in the body? - -Triglycerides
-What is biomechanics the study of? - -How forces affect a living body
-Which training concept is used to correct muscular imbalances, increase joint range of
motion, decrease muscle soreness, and improve muscle extensibility? - -Flexibility
-Which of the following is a muscle that is commonly underactive in the head and neck? - -
Deep cervical flexors
-Which of the following is characteristic of heat exhaustion? - -Profuse sweating, pale skin,
dizziness, hyperventilation, and rapid pulse
-Which of the following is an example of relaxation of the psoas so the glutes can contract?
- -Reciprocal inhibition
-In order to create physiological changes, an exercise stimulus must be applied in which of
the following ways? - -At an intensity greater than the body is accustomed to receiving
-From which of the following positions does horizontal abduction involve the movement of
the arm or thigh in the transverse plane to a lateral position? - -Anterior
-uring your class, you notice an obese participant struggling with the exercises. Which of
the following would be the most appropriate course of action? - -Show options for body
weight exercises.
-In addition to improved quality of life and weight loss, which of the following is a another
health benefit of fitness? - -Elevated mood
-Which of the following refers to a form or mode of exercise that presents a specific stress
to the body? - -Modality
