Question 1

Schmidt's Schema Theory is an example of a "central" theory of motor control because it emphasizes the role played by performance environment characteristics.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

According to Schmidt's motor program-based theory of motor control, the mechanism primarily responsible for the control of coordinated movement controls:

Accepted Answer

A)  A class of actions 
B)  All actions involving limbs on the same side 
C)  All actions involving the same limb 
D)  Specific movements 
A)  A class of actions 
B)  All actions involving limbs on the same side 
C)  All actions involving the same limb 
D)  Specific movements

Question 3

In dynamical systems terminology, an attractor refers to a:

Accepted Answer

A)  Complex movement 
B)  Motor program 
C)  Movement pattern stable state 
D)  State of coordination instability 
A)  Complex movement 
B)  Motor program 
C)  Movement pattern stable state 
D)  State of coordination instability

Question 4

According to dynamical systems theory, the speed at which an action is performed is an example of:

Accepted Answer

A)  A control parameter 
B)  An order parameter 
C)  An organizational variable 
D)  A stable state 
A)  A control parameter 
B)  An order parameter 
C)  An organizational variable 
D)  A stable state

Question 5

Perception-action coupling is an essential element in accounting for the motor control of open motor skills such as catching a thrown ball.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The world-renowned physicist Stephen Hawking stated that which of the following should describe a large class of observations and accurately predict the results of future observations?

Accepted Answer

A)  Hypothesis 
B)  Model 
C)  Schema 
D)  Theory 
A)  Hypothesis 
B)  Model 
C)  Schema 
D)  Theory

Question 7

According to the perception-action coupling literature, the reciprocal fit between the characteristics of a person and the characteristics of the environment that permit specific actions, such as stairs having the physical characteristics to permit stair climbing, are referred to as _____________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to the perception-action coupling literature, the...

Question 8

An important coordination-related problem that a theory of motor control must provide a solution for is the ________ problem.

Accepted Answer

The answer of An important coordination-related problem that a theory...

Question 9

According to Schmidt's motor program-based theory of movement control, relative timing is a(n) ________ of a generalized motor program (GMP).

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to Schmidt's motor program-based theory of...

Question 10

An example of an invariant feature of a generalized motor program (GMP) is the overall speed involved in performing a skill.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Cruise-control systems in cars are mechanical examples of ______ control systems.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Cruise-control systems in cars are mechanical examples...

Question 12

A good example of a "self-organizing system" is a:

Accepted Answer

A)  Computer 
B)  DVR programmed to record a TV program at a specific time 
C)  Hurricane 
D)  Thermostat-based control system for heating and cooling a house 
A)  Computer 
B)  DVR programmed to record a TV program at a specific time 
C)  Hurricane 
D)  Thermostat-based control system for heating and cooling a house

Schmidt's Schema Theory is an example of a "central" theory of motor control because it emphasizes the role played by performance environment characteristics.

According to Schmidt's motor program-based theory of motor control, the mechanism primarily responsible for the control of coordinated movement controls:

In dynamical systems terminology, an attractor refers to a:

According to dynamical systems theory, the speed at which an action is performed is an example of:

Perception-action coupling is an essential element in accounting for the motor control of open motor skills such as catching a thrown ball.

The world-renowned physicist Stephen Hawking stated that which of the following should describe a large class of observations and accurately predict the results of future observations?

According to the perception-action coupling literature, the reciprocal fit between the characteristics of a person and the characteristics of the environment that permit specific actions, such as stairs having the physical characteristics to permit stair climbing, are referred to as _____________.

An important coordination-related problem that a theory of motor control must provide a solution for is the ________ problem.

According to Schmidt's motor program-based theory of movement control, relative timing is a(n) ________ of a generalized motor program (GMP).

An example of an invariant feature of a generalized motor program (GMP) is the overall speed involved in performing a skill.

Cruise-control systems in cars are mechanical examples of ______ control systems.

A good example of a "self-organizing system" is a:

The Classification of Motor Skills

The Measurement of Motor Performance

Motor Abilities

Neuromotor Basis for Motor Control

Sensory Components of Motor Control

Performance and Motor Control Characteristics of Functional Skills

Action Preparation

Attention As a Limited Capacity Resource

Memory Components, Forgetting, and Strategies

The Stages of Learning

Transfer of Learning

Demonstration and Verbal Instructions

Augmented Feedback

Practice Variability and Specificity

The Amount and Distribution of Practice

Whole and Part Practice

Mental Practice

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Exam 5: Motor Control Theories

Schmidt's Schema Theory is an example of a "central" theory of motor control because it emphasizes the role played by performance environment characteristics.

According to Schmidt's motor program-based theory of motor control, the mechanism primarily responsible for the control of coordinated movement controls:

In dynamical systems terminology, an attractor refers to a:

According to dynamical systems theory, the speed at which an action is performed is an example of:

Perception-action coupling is an essential element in accounting for the motor control of open motor skills such as catching a thrown ball.

The world-renowned physicist Stephen Hawking stated that which of the following should describe a large class of observations and accurately predict the results of future observations?

According to the perception-action coupling literature, the reciprocal fit between the characteristics of a person and the characteristics of the environment that permit specific actions, such as stairs having the physical characteristics to permit stair climbing, are referred to as _____________.

An important coordination-related problem that a theory of motor control must provide a solution for is the ________ problem.

According to Schmidt's motor program-based theory of movement control, relative timing is a(n) ________ of a generalized motor program (GMP).

An example of an invariant feature of a generalized motor program (GMP) is the overall speed involved in performing a skill.

Cruise-control systems in cars are mechanical examples of ______ control systems.

A good example of a "self-organizing system" is a:

The Classification of Motor Skills

The Measurement of Motor Performance

Motor Abilities

Neuromotor Basis for Motor Control

Sensory Components of Motor Control

Performance and Motor Control Characteristics of Functional Skills

Action Preparation

Attention As a Limited Capacity Resource

Memory Components, Forgetting, and Strategies

The Stages of Learning

Transfer of Learning

Demonstration and Verbal Instructions

Augmented Feedback

Practice Variability and Specificity

The Amount and Distribution of Practice

Whole and Part Practice

Mental Practice

Filters