Question 1

Kinematics is associated with motion of a body or segment without regard to the forces that produce motion.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

A condyloid or ellipsoidal joint is characterized by motion in ________planes.

Accepted Answer

A)  one 
B)  two 
C)  three 
D)  four 
A)  one 
B)  two 
C)  three 
D)  four B

Question 3

The convex-concave principle states that if a convex surface moves on a concave surface, the roll and glide occur in the same direction.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

Gliding occurs between two articular surfaces when:

Accepted Answer

A)  one joint surface moves parallel to the plane of the adjoining joint surface 
B)  each subsequent point on one surface contacts a new point on the other surface 
C)  one point of contact on each surface remains in constant contact with a fixed location on the other surface 
D)  one joint surfaces moves perpendicular to the plane of the adjoining joint surface 
A)  one joint surface moves parallel to the plane of the adjoining joint surface 
B)  each subsequent point on one surface contacts a new point on the other surface 
C)  one point of contact on each surface remains in constant contact with a fixed location on the other surface 
D)  one joint surfaces moves perpendicular to the plane of the adjoining joint surface

Question 5

Hinge joints exhibit ______degree(s) of freedom.

Accepted Answer

A)  one 
B)  two 
C)  three 
D)  four 
A)  one 
B)  two 
C)  three 
D)  four

Question 6

During rotary motion, the farther the distance from the axis of motion, the greater the velocity of that point.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Closed packed positions of synovial joints are best characterized by ________joint congruency and ________gliding between articular surfaces

Accepted Answer

A)  maximal, maximal 
B)  maximal; minimal 
C)  minimal; minimal 
D)  minimal; maximal 
A)  maximal, maximal 
B)  maximal; minimal 
C)  minimal; minimal 
D)  minimal; maximal

Question 8

Adduction is associated with movements of a segment further away from midline of the body.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Arthrokinematics is concerned with gross bony motions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

All of the following are characteristics of closed kinetic chain (CKC) motion except:

Accepted Answer

A)  joints just proximal to the fixed segment, which move in a predictable manner 
B)  promotion of joint stability 
C)  motion generally occurs faster during a CKC motion compared with open kinetic chain motion 
D)  decreased shear forces 
A)  joints just proximal to the fixed segment, which move in a predictable manner 
B)  promotion of joint stability 
C)  motion generally occurs faster during a CKC motion compared with open kinetic chain motion 
D)  decreased shear forces

Question 11

Closed kinematic chain motions occur when the distal segment is fixed and the proximal segments move.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Which of the following is not a function of ligaments?

Accepted Answer

A)  Connect tendon to bone 
B)  Provide joint stability 
C)  Limit joint motion 
D)  Provide proprioceptive feedback 
A)  Connect tendon to bone 
B)  Provide joint stability 
C)  Limit joint motion 
D)  Provide proprioceptive feedback

Question 13

Which of the following is always classified as a "pathological" end-feel?

Accepted Answer

A)  Soft 
B)  Firm 
C)  Empty 
D)  Hard 
A)  Soft 
B)  Firm 
C)  Empty 
D)  Hard

Question 14

Goniometry is useful in quantifying translatory motion between adjacent bony segments.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Kinematics is associated with motion of a body or segment without regard to the forces that produce motion.

A condyloid or ellipsoidal joint is characterized by motion in ________planes.

The convex-concave principle states that if a convex surface moves on a concave surface, the roll and glide occur in the same direction.

Gliding occurs between two articular surfaces when:

Hinge joints exhibit ______degree(s) of freedom.

During rotary motion, the farther the distance from the axis of motion, the greater the velocity of that point.

Closed packed positions of synovial joints are best characterized by joint congruency and gliding between articular surfaces

Adduction is associated with movements of a segment further away from midline of the body.

Arthrokinematics is concerned with gross bony motions.

All of the following are characteristics of closed kinetic chain (CKC) motion except:

Closed kinematic chain motions occur when the distal segment is fixed and the proximal segments move.

Which of the following is not a function of ligaments?

Which of the following is always classified as a "pathological" end-feel?

Goniometry is useful in quantifying translatory motion between adjacent bony segments.

Mechanical Principles: Kinetics

Muscle Physiology and Motor Control

Muscle Activity and Strength

Shoulder Complex

Elbow and Forearm Complex

Wrist and Hand

Head, Neck and Trunk

Pelvis and Hip

Knee

Ankle and Foot

Posture and Gait in Walking and Running

Kinesiology Applications in Daily Functional Activities

Kinesiology Applications of Upper Extremity Adls

Kinesiology Applications in Sports and Recreation

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Exam 1: Basic Concepts in Kinesiology: Kinematics

Kinematics is associated with motion of a body or segment without regard to the forces that produce motion.

A condyloid or ellipsoidal joint is characterized by motion in ________planes.

The convex-concave principle states that if a convex surface moves on a concave surface, the roll and glide occur in the same direction.

Gliding occurs between two articular surfaces when:

Hinge joints exhibit ______degree(s) of freedom.

During rotary motion, the farther the distance from the axis of motion, the greater the velocity of that point.

Closed packed positions of synovial joints are best characterized by ________joint congruency and ________gliding between articular surfaces

Adduction is associated with movements of a segment further away from midline of the body.

Arthrokinematics is concerned with gross bony motions.

All of the following are characteristics of closed kinetic chain (CKC) motion except:

Closed kinematic chain motions occur when the distal segment is fixed and the proximal segments move.

Which of the following is not a function of ligaments?

Which of the following is always classified as a "pathological" end-feel?

Goniometry is useful in quantifying translatory motion between adjacent bony segments.

Mechanical Principles: Kinetics

Muscle Physiology and Motor Control

Muscle Activity and Strength

Shoulder Complex

Elbow and Forearm Complex

Wrist and Hand

Head, Neck and Trunk

Pelvis and Hip

Knee

Ankle and Foot

Posture and Gait in Walking and Running

Kinesiology Applications in Daily Functional Activities

Kinesiology Applications of Upper Extremity Adls

Kinesiology Applications in Sports and Recreation

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Closed packed positions of synovial joints are best characterized by joint congruency and gliding between articular surfaces