Question 1

Measurement of the lactate threshold has been used to estimate maximal

Accepted Answer

A)  aerobic power. 
B)  steady-state running speed. 
C)  performance in events lasting less than 60 seconds. 
D)  power of the ATP-PC system. 
A)  aerobic power. 
B)  steady-state running speed. 
C)  performance in events lasting less than 60 seconds. 
D)  power of the ATP-PC system. B

Question 2

Which of the following is not a benefit of physiological testing for athletes?

Accepted Answer

A)  provides information about strengths and weaknesses 
B)  educates the subject about the physiology of exercise 
C)  provides feedback about effectiveness of training program 
D)  All of the above are benefits of physiological testing. 
A)  provides information about strengths and weaknesses 
B)  educates the subject about the physiology of exercise 
C)  provides feedback about effectiveness of training program 
D)  All of the above are benefits of physiological testing. D

Question 3

Which of the following would be a good test of glycolytic power?

Accepted Answer

A)  vertical leap test 
B)  Wingate test 
C)  one-repetition maximum test 
D)  VO2 max test 
A)  vertical leap test 
B)  Wingate test 
C)  one-repetition maximum test 
D)  VO2 max test B

Question 4

Which of the following factors is important to consider when designing a laboratory test to evaluate sport performance?

Accepted Answer

A)  The testing protocol should be standardized. 
B)  One test should be used for all athletes and sports. 
C)  To avoid fatigue, tests should not use the major muscle groups required for performance. 
D)  Follow-up testing should be avoided. 
A)  The testing protocol should be standardized. 
B)  One test should be used for all athletes and sports. 
C)  To avoid fatigue, tests should not use the major muscle groups required for performance. 
D)  Follow-up testing should be avoided.

Question 5

A more economical runner will have a higher VO2 at a given speed than with an uneconomical runner.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Which of the following is an alternate method of determining the lactate threshold?

Accepted Answer

A)  the work rate at which the R exceeds 1.00 
B)  the work rate at which HR exceeds 85% predicted HR max 
C)  the work rate at which maximal running velocity occurs 
D)  the work rate at which the ventilatory threshold occurs 
A)  the work rate at which the R exceeds 1.00 
B)  the work rate at which HR exceeds 85% predicted HR max 
C)  the work rate at which maximal running velocity occurs 
D)  the work rate at which the ventilatory threshold occurs

Question 7

Which of the following factors would likely be least important to perform in an endurance event (e.g., a marathon)?

Accepted Answer

A)  aerobic energy output 
B)  anaerobic energy output 
C)  environment 
D)  coordination and economy 
A)  aerobic energy output 
B)  anaerobic energy output 
C)  environment 
D)  coordination and economy

Question 8

Measurement of the highest VO2 obtained during an incremental arm ergometer test is often called

Accepted Answer

A)  VO2 max. 
B)  peak VO2. 
C)  maximal aerobic power. 
D)  VO2 arm. 
A)  VO2 max. 
B)  peak VO2. 
C)  maximal aerobic power. 
D)  VO2 arm.

Question 9

Performance of a one-repetition maximum test to determine muscular strength is an example of a(n) _______________ strength test.

Accepted Answer

A)  isokinetic 
B)  dynamic 
C)  isometric 
D)  isolateral 
A)  isokinetic 
B)  dynamic 
C)  isometric 
D)  isolateral

Question 10

The vertical jump test uses the ATP-PC system, so it is considered a good predictor of success in running a short (40-100 yards) dash.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Measurement of VO2 max can be performed using either the arms or the legs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Lactate threshold can be used to predict the estimated finish time in a race.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

An isokinetic dynamometer monitors the

Accepted Answer

A)  force a muscle generates at a constant speed. 
B)  speed a muscle generates at a constant force. 
C)  force a muscle generates against an unmovable resistance. 
A)  force a muscle generates at a constant speed. 
B)  speed a muscle generates at a constant force. 
C)  force a muscle generates against an unmovable resistance.

Question 14

VO2 max is the best predictor of performance in endurance events for trained runners.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

The concept of critical power is based on the notion that athletes

Accepted Answer

A)  cannot work below the lactate threshold for extended periods. 
B)  can maintain a specific submaximal power output without fatigue. 
C)  can work at 90% of VO2 max without fatigue. 
D)  can sustain maximal intensity exercise for only one minute. 
A)  cannot work below the lactate threshold for extended periods. 
B)  can maintain a specific submaximal power output without fatigue. 
C)  can work at 90% of VO2 max without fatigue. 
D)  can sustain maximal intensity exercise for only one minute.

Question 16

Which of the following is not among the criteria used to determine if a VO2 max test is valid?

Accepted Answer

A)  HR within 10 beats per minute of predicted HR max 
B)  respiratory exchange ratio >1.00 
C)  blood lactate concentration >8 m moles.L-1 
D)  plateau in VO2 with increasing work rate 
A)  HR within 10 beats per minute of predicted HR max 
B)  respiratory exchange ratio >1.00 
C)  blood lactate concentration >8 m moles.L-1 
D)  plateau in VO2 with increasing work rate

Question 17

A handgrip dynamometer is an easy method of assessing ______________ strength.

Accepted Answer

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

Question 18

Peak running velocity is defined as the highest running speed that can be maintained for

Accepted Answer

A)  5 seconds. 
B)  30 seconds. 
C)  60 seconds. 
D)  5 minutes. 
A)  5 seconds. 
B)  30 seconds. 
C)  60 seconds. 
D)  5 minutes.

Exam 20: Laboratory Assessment of Human Performance

Measurement of the lactate threshold has been used to estimate maximal

Which of the following is not a benefit of physiological testing for athletes?

Which of the following would be a good test of glycolytic power?

Which of the following factors is important to consider when designing a laboratory test to evaluate sport performance?

A more economical runner will have a higher VO2 at a given speed than with an uneconomical runner.

Which of the following is an alternate method of determining the lactate threshold?

Which of the following factors would likely be least important to perform in an endurance event (e.g., a marathon)?

Measurement of the highest VO2 obtained during an incremental arm ergometer test is often called

Performance of a one-repetition maximum test to determine muscular strength is an example of a(n) _______________ strength test.

The vertical jump test uses the ATP-PC system, so it is considered a good predictor of success in running a short (40-100 yards) dash.

Measurement of VO2 max can be performed using either the arms or the legs.

Lactate threshold can be used to predict the estimated finish time in a race.

An isokinetic dynamometer monitors the

VO2 max is the best predictor of performance in endurance events for trained runners.

The concept of critical power is based on the notion that athletes

Which of the following is not among the criteria used to determine if a VO2 max test is valid?

A handgrip dynamometer is an easy method of assessing ______________ strength.

Peak running velocity is defined as the highest running speed that can be maintained for

Introduction to Exercise Physiology

Common Measurements in Exercise Physiology

Control of the Internal Environment

Bioenergetics

Exercise Metabolism

Cell Signaling and the Hormonal Responses to Exercise

Exercise and the Immune System

The Nervous System: Structure and Control of Movement

Skeletal Muscle: Structure and Function

Circulatory Responses to Exercise

Respiration During Exercise

Acid-Base Balance During Exercise

Temperature Regulation

The Physiology of Training: Effect on Vo2 Max, Performance, and Strength

Risk Factors and Inflammation: Links to Chronic Disease

Exercise Prescriptions for Health and Fitness

Exercise for Special Populations

Body Composition and Nutrition for Health

Factors Affecting Performance

Training for Performance

Training for the Female Athlete, Children, Special Populations, and the Masters Athlete

Nutrition, Body Composition, and Performance

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A more economical runner will have a higher VO₂ at a given speed than with an uneconomical runner.

Measurement of the highest VO₂ obtained during an incremental arm ergometer test is often called

Measurement of VO₂ max can be performed using either the arms or the legs.

VO₂ max is the best predictor of performance in endurance events for trained runners.

Which of the following is not among the criteria used to determine if a VO₂ max test is valid?