Question 1

Psychological factors that may have the potential to slow an older adult's ability to respond quickly include all of the following, except:

Accepted Answer

A)  Decreased motivation due to loss of spouse or friend(s) 
B)  Depression due to health problems 
C)  Anxiety about newness of task 
D)  Achievement focus results in preference given to the speed of task completion rather than the accuracy of task completion 
E)  Unfamiliar environmental conditions that result in the development of fears 
A)  Decreased motivation due to loss of spouse or friend(s) 
B)  Depression due to health problems 
C)  Anxiety about newness of task 
D)  Achievement focus results in preference given to the speed of task completion rather than the accuracy of task completion 
E)  Unfamiliar environmental conditions that result in the development of fears

Question 2

The components of fractionated reaction time include all of the following, except:

Accepted Answer

A)  Premotor time 
B)  Motor time 
C)  Reception time 
D)  Motor integration time 
E)  Reception overflow time 
A)  Premotor time 
B)  Motor time 
C)  Reception time 
D)  Motor integration time 
E)  Reception overflow time

Question 3

Which of the following describes differences between younger and older adults in the manner in which they rise from a horizontal position on the floor?

Accepted Answer

A)  Older adults tend to sit up, get onto all fours, move to a kneeling or squatting position, then pull up to a standing position. 
B)  Young adults tend to move from a horizontal to a vertical position in one fluid motion. 
C)  Young adults use a segmental approach while older adults do not 
D)  Older adults tend to sit up, get onto all fours, move to a kneeling or squatting position, then pull up to a standing position, and young adults tend to move from a horizontal to a vertical position in one fluid motion. 
E)  All of these are correct. 
A)  Older adults tend to sit up, get onto all fours, move to a kneeling or squatting position, then pull up to a standing position. 
B)  Young adults tend to move from a horizontal to a vertical position in one fluid motion. 
C)  Young adults use a segmental approach while older adults do not 
D)  Older adults tend to sit up, get onto all fours, move to a kneeling or squatting position, then pull up to a standing position, and young adults tend to move from a horizontal to a vertical position in one fluid motion. 
E)  All of these are correct.

Question 4

The period of time during walking when both feet contact the ground surface at the same time is referred to as the:

Accepted Answer

A)  Swing phase 
B)  Support phase 
C)  Period of double support 
D)  Gait phase 
E)  Gate phase 
A)  Swing phase 
B)  Support phase 
C)  Period of double support 
D)  Gait phase 
E)  Gate phase

Question 5

Which of the following statements is true regarding the quality of motor performance and aging?

Accepted Answer

A)  All activities decline at similar rates. 
B)  Performance declines may be activity specific. 
C)  High levels of performance in specific task domains can be obtained through regularly engaging in deliberate practice with suitably designed training activities. 
D)  All activities decline at similar rates and high levels of performance in specific task domains can be obtained through regularly engaging in deliberate practice with suitably designed training activities. 
E)  Performance declines may be activity specific and high levels of performance in specific task domains can be obtained through regularly engaging in deliberate practice with suitably designed training activities. 
A)  All activities decline at similar rates. 
B)  Performance declines may be activity specific. 
C)  High levels of performance in specific task domains can be obtained through regularly engaging in deliberate practice with suitably designed training activities. 
D)  All activities decline at similar rates and high levels of performance in specific task domains can be obtained through regularly engaging in deliberate practice with suitably designed training activities. 
E)  Performance declines may be activity specific and high levels of performance in specific task domains can be obtained through regularly engaging in deliberate practice with suitably designed training activities.

Question 6

Factors that reduce age-related differences in reaction time include all of the following, except:

Accepted Answer

A)  Having the initiation signal be unfamiliar to all groups 
B)  Providing plenty of time to practice the task 
C)  Enhancing the quality of the initiation signal 
D)  When older adults have a high level of physical activity 
E)  Using only a single stimulus and a single response 
A)  Having the initiation signal be unfamiliar to all groups 
B)  Providing plenty of time to practice the task 
C)  Enhancing the quality of the initiation signal 
D)  When older adults have a high level of physical activity 
E)  Using only a single stimulus and a single response

Question 7

Premotor reaction time is represented by which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  The time between the first indication of electrical activity and initiation of the movement 
B)  The time between the onset of the signal and first indication of electrical activity in the muscles used to carry out the task 
C)  The time between the initial movement and the completion of the movement 
D)  The time between the presentation of the signal and the initiation of the movement 
E)  None of these is correct. 
A)  The time between the first indication of electrical activity and initiation of the movement 
B)  The time between the onset of the signal and first indication of electrical activity in the muscles used to carry out the task 
C)  The time between the initial movement and the completion of the movement 
D)  The time between the presentation of the signal and the initiation of the movement 
E)  None of these is correct.

Question 8

Additional strategies for assisting older adults in acquiring new skills include which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Training in small groups 
B)  Providing extended practice opportunities 
C)  Providing environmental supports 
D)  Providing extended practice opportunities and environmental supports 
E)  All of these are correct. 
A)  Training in small groups 
B)  Providing extended practice opportunities 
C)  Providing environmental supports 
D)  Providing extended practice opportunities and environmental supports 
E)  All of these are correct.

Question 9

Adaptations within the community and society that can enhance the independence of older adults include which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Adjusting crosswalk timers to allow greater time to cross streets 
B)  Providing curb cuts in sidewalks at crosswalks 
C)  Reducing the visual and auditory signals at crosswalks to avoid confusion 
D)  Adjusting crosswalk timers to allow greater time to cross streets and providing curb cuts in sidewalks at crosswalks 
E)  All of these are correct. 
A)  Adjusting crosswalk timers to allow greater time to cross streets 
B)  Providing curb cuts in sidewalks at crosswalks 
C)  Reducing the visual and auditory signals at crosswalks to avoid confusion 
D)  Adjusting crosswalk timers to allow greater time to cross streets and providing curb cuts in sidewalks at crosswalks 
E)  All of these are correct.

Question 10

Motor reaction time is represented by which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  The time between the first indication of electrical activity and initiation of the movement 
B)  The time between the onset of the signal and first indication of electrical activity in the muscles used to carry out the task 
C)  The time between the initial movement and the completion of the movement 
D)  The time between the presentation of the signal and initiation of the movement 
E)  None of these is correct. 
A)  The time between the first indication of electrical activity and initiation of the movement 
B)  The time between the onset of the signal and first indication of electrical activity in the muscles used to carry out the task 
C)  The time between the initial movement and the completion of the movement 
D)  The time between the presentation of the signal and initiation of the movement 
E)  None of these is correct.

Question 11

Muscular strength factors necessary for adequate balance and postural control include:

Accepted Answer

A)  Ankle strength 
B)  Knee strength 
C)  Hip strength 
D)  Ankle and knee strength 
E)  All of these are correct. 
A)  Ankle strength 
B)  Knee strength 
C)  Hip strength 
D)  Ankle and knee strength 
E)  All of these are correct.

Question 12

The performance-related fitness component that is represented by the time between the presentation of a stimulus and initial activation of the appropriate muscle groups is which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Agility 
B)  Balance 
C)  Coordination 
D)  Reaction time 
E)  Power 
A)  Agility 
B)  Balance 
C)  Coordination 
D)  Reaction time 
E)  Power

Question 13

Each year approximately ________ of adults over the age of 65 experience a fall.

Accepted Answer

A)  10% 
B)  30% 
C)  50% 
D)  60% 
E)  80% 
A)  10% 
B)  30% 
C)  50% 
D)  60% 
E)  80%

Question 14

Factors that appear to predispose older individuals to falling include all of the following, except:

Accepted Answer

A)  Increased use of medication 
B)  Increase in joint flexibility 
C)  Decrease in muscular strength 
D)  Decrease in proprioception 
E)  Slowing of reaction time 
A)  Increased use of medication 
B)  Increase in joint flexibility 
C)  Decrease in muscular strength 
D)  Decrease in proprioception 
E)  Slowing of reaction time

Question 15

Environmental alterations that could enhance the stability of older adults include which of these?

Accepted Answer

A)  Providing a soft, cushioned floor surface 
B)  Enhancing the level of illumination in a room 
C)  Increasing the visual field of the individual 
D)  Enhancing the level of illumination in a room and increasing the visual field of the individual 
E)  All of these are correct. 
A)  Providing a soft, cushioned floor surface 
B)  Enhancing the level of illumination in a room 
C)  Increasing the visual field of the individual 
D)  Enhancing the level of illumination in a room and increasing the visual field of the individual 
E)  All of these are correct.

Question 16

Environmental factors that could influence motor performance include all of the following, except:

Accepted Answer

A)  A task that requires quick movements 
B)  A poorly illuminated room 
C)  An uneven floor surface 
D)  Glare from bright lights 
E)  A windy day 
A)  A task that requires quick movements 
B)  A poorly illuminated room 
C)  An uneven floor surface 
D)  Glare from bright lights 
E)  A windy day

Question 17

Muscle activation patterns of recovering from disturbed balance while in an upright position is reflected in all of the following statements, except:

Accepted Answer

A)  Young adults tend to activate the ankle dorsiflexors first followed by the knee extensors 
B)  Some older adults will activate the knee extensors first followed by the ankle dorsiflexors 
C)  Older adults occasionally activate additional muscle groups not utilized by young adults 
D)  Young adults usually activate both the agonist and antagonist muscle groups while older adults do not 
E)  The activation pattern of older adults is often similar to the pattern of very young children 
A)  Young adults tend to activate the ankle dorsiflexors first followed by the knee extensors 
B)  Some older adults will activate the knee extensors first followed by the ankle dorsiflexors 
C)  Older adults occasionally activate additional muscle groups not utilized by young adults 
D)  Young adults usually activate both the agonist and antagonist muscle groups while older adults do not 
E)  The activation pattern of older adults is often similar to the pattern of very young children

Question 18

The measurement of reaction time provides insight into:

Accepted Answer

A)  The internal processes taking place during involuntary movement 
B)  The internal processes taking place during voluntary movement 
C)  The internal processes taking place during reflexive movement 
D)  The external processes taking place during voluntary movement 
E)  The external processes taking place during reflexive movement 
A)  The internal processes taking place during involuntary movement 
B)  The internal processes taking place during voluntary movement 
C)  The internal processes taking place during reflexive movement 
D)  The external processes taking place during voluntary movement 
E)  The external processes taking place during reflexive movement

Question 19

Non-age-related factors that may influence the performance trends of master athletes include:

Accepted Answer

A)  Amount of training 
B)  Quality of training 
C)  Competitive experience 
D)  Amount and quality of training 
E)  All of these are correct. 
A)  Amount of training 
B)  Quality of training 
C)  Competitive experience 
D)  Amount and quality of training 
E)  All of these are correct.

Psychological factors that may have the potential to slow an older adult's ability to respond quickly include all of the following, except:

The components of fractionated reaction time include all of the following, except:

Which of the following describes differences between younger and older adults in the manner in which they rise from a horizontal position on the floor?

The period of time during walking when both feet contact the ground surface at the same time is referred to as the:

Which of the following statements is true regarding the quality of motor performance and aging?

Factors that reduce age-related differences in reaction time include all of the following, except:

Premotor reaction time is represented by which of the following?

Additional strategies for assisting older adults in acquiring new skills include which of the following?

Adaptations within the community and society that can enhance the independence of older adults include which of the following?

Motor reaction time is represented by which of the following?

Muscular strength factors necessary for adequate balance and postural control include:

The performance-related fitness component that is represented by the time between the presentation of a stimulus and initial activation of the appropriate muscle groups is which of the following?

Each year approximately ________ of adults over the age of 65 experience a fall.

Factors that appear to predispose older individuals to falling include all of the following, except:

Environmental alterations that could enhance the stability of older adults include which of these?

Environmental factors that could influence motor performance include all of the following, except:

Muscle activation patterns of recovering from disturbed balance while in an upright position is reflected in all of the following statements, except:

The measurement of reaction time provides insight into:

Non-age-related factors that may influence the performance trends of master athletes include:

Understanding Motor Development: An Overview

Models of Human Development

Motor Development: Theoretical Models

Selected Factors Related to Motor Development

Prenatal Factors Affecting Development

Prenatal and Infant Growth

Infant Reflexes and Rhythmical Stereotypies

Rudimentary Movement Abilities

Infant Perception

Childhood Growth and Development

Development of Fundamental Movement: Manipulation Skills

Development of Fundamental Movement: Locomotor Skills

Physical Development of Children

Perceptual Motor Development and Motor Skill Interventions

Adolescent Growth, Puberty, and Reproductive Maturity

Specialized Movement Skills

Fitness Changes During Adolescence

Physiological and Psychosocial Development in Adults

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Exam 19: Motor Performance in Adults

Psychological factors that may have the potential to slow an older adult's ability to respond quickly include all of the following, except:

The components of fractionated reaction time include all of the following, except:

Which of the following describes differences between younger and older adults in the manner in which they rise from a horizontal position on the floor?

The period of time during walking when both feet contact the ground surface at the same time is referred to as the:

Which of the following statements is true regarding the quality of motor performance and aging?

Factors that reduce age-related differences in reaction time include all of the following, except:

Premotor reaction time is represented by which of the following?

Additional strategies for assisting older adults in acquiring new skills include which of the following?

Adaptations within the community and society that can enhance the independence of older adults include which of the following?

Motor reaction time is represented by which of the following?

Muscular strength factors necessary for adequate balance and postural control include:

The performance-related fitness component that is represented by the time between the presentation of a stimulus and initial activation of the appropriate muscle groups is which of the following?

Each year approximately ________ of adults over the age of 65 experience a fall.

Factors that appear to predispose older individuals to falling include all of the following, except:

Environmental alterations that could enhance the stability of older adults include which of these?

Environmental factors that could influence motor performance include all of the following, except:

Muscle activation patterns of recovering from disturbed balance while in an upright position is reflected in all of the following statements, except:

The measurement of reaction time provides insight into:

Non-age-related factors that may influence the performance trends of master athletes include:

Understanding Motor Development: An Overview

Models of Human Development

Motor Development: Theoretical Models

Selected Factors Related to Motor Development

Prenatal Factors Affecting Development

Prenatal and Infant Growth

Infant Reflexes and Rhythmical Stereotypies

Rudimentary Movement Abilities

Infant Perception

Childhood Growth and Development

Development of Fundamental Movement: Manipulation Skills

Development of Fundamental Movement: Locomotor Skills

Physical Development of Children

Perceptual Motor Development and Motor Skill Interventions

Adolescent Growth, Puberty, and Reproductive Maturity

Specialized Movement Skills

Fitness Changes During Adolescence

Physiological and Psychosocial Development in Adults

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