Question 1

Which of the following is the correct definition of kinesiology?

Accepted Answer

A) The study of the principles of anatomy, physiology, and mechanics in relation to human movement 
B) The study of the human musculoskeletal and musculotendinous systems 
C) The study of the application of mechanical physics to human motion 
D) The study of muscles as they are involved in the science of movement 
A) The study of the principles of anatomy, physiology, and mechanics in relation to human movement 
B) The study of the human musculoskeletal and musculotendinous systems 
C) The study of the application of mechanical physics to human motion 
D) The study of muscles as they are involved in the science of movement

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of a transverse plane movement?

Accepted Answer

A) Extension of the left toes 
B) Abduction of the left transverse tarsal joint 
C) Internal rotation of the right shoulder 
D) Plantar flexion of the ankle 
A) Extension of the left toes 
B) Abduction of the left transverse tarsal joint 
C) Internal rotation of the right shoulder 
D) Plantar flexion of the ankle

Question 3

Most outer bone is composed of cortical bone with cancellous bone underneath.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The scapula is an example of an irregular bone.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The hyaline cartilage is quite resilient because it is slightly compressible and elastic.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Bones continue to grow longitudinally as long as the epiphyseal plates are open.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The three specific types of accessory motions are _____.

Accepted Answer

A) slip, slide, and roll 
B) spin, twirl, and glide 
C) rock, slide, and circumfusion 
D) roll, spin, and glide 
A) slip, slide, and roll 
B) spin, twirl, and glide 
C) rock, slide, and circumfusion 
D) roll, spin, and glide

Question 8

Motion between the articular surfaces of bones is known as _____.

Accepted Answer

A) kinetics 
B) osteokinematics 
C) arthrokinematics 
D) biomechanics 
A) kinetics 
B) osteokinematics 
C) arthrokinematics 
D) biomechanics

Question 9

Epiphyseal plates generally close by age 14, but some may be present until age 18.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Using proper joint terminology, list the name and position of each joint involved upon completion of the following multiple joint movement. Starting from the anatomical position, reach with your right arm and touch the ipsilateral side of your head with the palm of your hand.

Accepted Answer

To perform the described movement of rea

Question 11

Forward movement of the shoulder girdle in the horizontal plane away from the spine is called _____.

Accepted Answer

A) pronation 
B) protraction 
C) retraction 
D) reduction 
A) pronation 
B) protraction 
C) retraction 
D) reduction

Question 12

During the process of bone remodeling, osteoblasts resorb existing bone and osteoclasts form new bone.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

List the six (6) types of diarthrodial/synovial joints.

Accepted Answer

1. Arthrodial
2. Con

Question 14

List three (3) of the terms that are used to describe bone markings and provide two specific examples of each on the human skeleton.

Accepted Answer

Bone markings are structural features on

Question 15

There are approximately 552 skeletal muscles in the human body.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Ligaments and connective tissue provide dynamic stability to joints when actively contracting.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

If the _____ plane runs from medial to lateral, then its axis must run from front to back.

Accepted Answer

A) frontal 
B) transverse 
C) sagittal 
D) longitudinal 
A) frontal 
B) transverse 
C) sagittal 
D) longitudinal

Question 18

About 50 to 60 percent of the volume of cortical bone is porous.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

List two of the most commonly occurring movements for each of the following planes: sagittal, frontal, and transverse.

Accepted Answer

Sagittal plane: 
1. Flexion - bending a

Question 20

Flexion or extension can occur in combination with abduction, adduction, or rotation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Which of the following is the correct definition of kinesiology?

Which of the following is an example of a transverse plane movement?

Most outer bone is composed of cortical bone with cancellous bone underneath.

The scapula is an example of an irregular bone.

The hyaline cartilage is quite resilient because it is slightly compressible and elastic.

Bones continue to grow longitudinally as long as the epiphyseal plates are open.

The three specific types of accessory motions are _____.

Motion between the articular surfaces of bones is known as _____.

Epiphyseal plates generally close by age 14, but some may be present until age 18.

Using proper joint terminology, list the name and position of each joint involved upon completion of the following multiple joint movement. Starting from the anatomical position, reach with your right arm and touch the ipsilateral side of your head with the palm of your hand.

Forward movement of the shoulder girdle in the horizontal plane away from the spine is called _____.

During the process of bone remodeling, osteoblasts resorb existing bone and osteoclasts form new bone.

List the six (6) types of diarthrodial/synovial joints.

List three (3) of the terms that are used to describe bone markings and provide two specific examples of each on the human skeleton.

There are approximately 552 skeletal muscles in the human body.

Ligaments and connective tissue provide dynamic stability to joints when actively contracting.

If the _____ plane runs from medial to lateral, then its axis must run from front to back.

About 50 to 60 percent of the volume of cortical bone is porous.

List two of the most commonly occurring movements for each of the following planes: sagittal, frontal, and transverse.

Flexion or extension can occur in combination with abduction, adduction, or rotation.

Neuromuscular Fundamentals

Basic Biomechanical Factors and Concepts

The Shoulder Girdle

The Shoulder Joint

The Elbow and Radioulnar Joints

The Wrist and Hand Joints

The Hip Joint and Pelvic Girdle

The Knee Joint

The Ankle and Foot Joints

The Trunk and Spinal Column

Muscular Analysis of Selected Exercises and Related Concepts

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Exam 1: Foundations of Structural Kinesiology

Which of the following is the correct definition of kinesiology?

Which of the following is an example of a transverse plane movement?

Most outer bone is composed of cortical bone with cancellous bone underneath.

The scapula is an example of an irregular bone.

The hyaline cartilage is quite resilient because it is slightly compressible and elastic.

Bones continue to grow longitudinally as long as the epiphyseal plates are open.

The three specific types of accessory motions are _____.

Motion between the articular surfaces of bones is known as _____.

Epiphyseal plates generally close by age 14, but some may be present until age 18.

Using proper joint terminology, list the name and position of each joint involved upon completion of the following multiple joint movement. Starting from the anatomical position, reach with your right arm and touch the ipsilateral side of your head with the palm of your hand.

Forward movement of the shoulder girdle in the horizontal plane away from the spine is called _____.

During the process of bone remodeling, osteoblasts resorb existing bone and osteoclasts form new bone.

List the six (6) types of diarthrodial/synovial joints.

List three (3) of the terms that are used to describe bone markings and provide two specific examples of each on the human skeleton.

There are approximately 552 skeletal muscles in the human body.

Ligaments and connective tissue provide dynamic stability to joints when actively contracting.

If the _____ plane runs from medial to lateral, then its axis must run from front to back.

About 50 to 60 percent of the volume of cortical bone is porous.

List two of the most commonly occurring movements for each of the following planes: sagittal, frontal, and transverse.

Flexion or extension can occur in combination with abduction, adduction, or rotation.

Neuromuscular Fundamentals

Basic Biomechanical Factors and Concepts

The Shoulder Girdle

The Shoulder Joint

The Elbow and Radioulnar Joints

The Wrist and Hand Joints

The Hip Joint and Pelvic Girdle

The Knee Joint

The Ankle and Foot Joints

The Trunk and Spinal Column

Muscular Analysis of Selected Exercises and Related Concepts

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