Deck 3: Cardiorespiratory Endurance

Question 1

What is a typical resting heart rate for a healthy individual?

A)120-200 bpm
B)90-100 bpm
C)50-90 bpm
D)15-30 bpm

Answer 1

C

Question 2

Into what substance do most carbohydrates break down during digestion?

A)amino acid
B)fatty acid
C)glucose
D)oxygen

Answer 2

C

Question 3

Which small blood vessels distribute blood throughout the body?

A)venules
B)arterioles
C)capillaries
D)vascules

Answer 3

C

Question 4

By how much can Olympic-caliber distance runners increase their metabolic rate?

A)100%
B)500%
C)1,000%
D)2,000%

Question 5

Which type of circulation does the right side of the heart provide?

A)systemic
B)pulmonary
C)cerebral
D)extremity

Question 6

What is the storage form of carbohydrate in the liver,muscles,and kidneys?

A)glucose
B)glycogen
C)adenosine triphosphate
D)lactic acid

Question 7

Which large blood vessels branch off the aorta and supply the heart muscle with oxygenated blood?

A)right and left venules
B)right and left coronary arteries
C)right and left capillaries
D)right and left arteries

Question 8

To where does pulmonary circulation carry blood?

A)lungs
B)brain
C)legs
D)abdomen

Question 9

Which organ is part of the cardiorespiratory system?

A)lungs
B)brain
C)liver
D)kidney

Question 10

What is the definition of adenosine triphosphate (ATP)?

A)the building block of proteins
B)the stored form of glucose
C)the stored form of fats
D)the basic form of energy used by cells

Question 11

If glycogen stores are full and the body's immediate need for energy is met,what happens to the remaining glucose?

A)It is converted to fat and stored in the body's fatty tissues.
B)It is converted to glycogen and stored in the muscles.
C)It is converted to fat and stored in the muscles.
D)It is excreted from the body.

Question 12

What is the name for the two upper chambers of the heart that collect blood before passing it to the lower chambers?

A)ventricles
B)atria
C)septum
D)valves

Question 13

Which is the largest artery in the body?

A)carotid
B)atria
C)aorta
D)coronary

Question 14

Which element is an energy-containing nutrient?

A)cholesterol
B)vitamin
C)water
D)oxygen

Question 15

Which is one of the functions of the cardiorespiratory system?

A)boost the immune system
B)oxidize waste products
C)produce ATP
D)transport nutrients

Question 16

Which activity primarily uses the immediate energy system?

A)running a marathon
B)weight lifting
C)walking
D)in-line skating

Question 17

What is the state of the heart during systole?

A)at rest
B)contracting
C)suffering an attack
D)filling with blood

Question 18

What functions do the alveoli serve in the lungs?

A)They ensure that air flows completely through the lungs.
B)They prevent dust and pollen from entering the lungs.
C)They help to expand and contract the lungs.
D)They allow for the exchange of carbon dioxide and oxygen.

Question 19

How many seconds does it take to circulate a person's total blood volume?

A)10
B)30
C)60
D)120

Question 20

How long does the nonoxidative energy system typically provide energy?

A)up to 3 seconds
B)10-120 seconds
C)3-5 minutes
D)5-60 minutes

Question 21

Which of the following does endurance exercise reduce?

A)HDL levels
B)high blood pressure
C)triglycerides
D)glucose

Question 22

How is maximal oxygen consumption (VO_2max)defined?

A)the highest rate of oxygen consumption that an individual is capable of during maximum physical effort
B)the velocity of oxygen flowing through the blood during maximum physical effort
C)the genetic pressure that defines the velocity of blood flow during maximum physical effort
D)the multivariate system of maintaining blood pressure during maximum physical effort

Question 23

How does regular endurance exercise reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes?

A)It stores excess sugar.
B)It improves control of blood sugar.
C)It decreases insulin sensitivity.
D)It increases body fat levels.

Question 24

What percentage of the maximum heart rate is an appropriate target heart rate zone for an average individual?

A)between 35% and 55%
B)between 55% and 70%
C)between 65% and 90%
D)between 80% and 95%

Question 25

What happens to the resting heart rate as a result of regular endurance exercise?

A)It is up to 10 beats per minute lower.
B)It is 10 to 20 beats per minute lower.
C)It is up to 10 beats per minute higher.
D)It is 10 to 20 beats per minute higher.

Question 26

What is the best way to offset cardiovascular stress caused by strength training?

A)cardiorespiratory endurance exercise
B)more strength training exercise
C)flexibility exercise
D)sedentary exercise

Question 27

Which one of the following instructions for monitoring your exercise heart rate is correct?

A)Count your pulse for one minute.
B)Press firmly on the carotid artery.
C)Use your thumb,not one or more of your fingers.
D)Count the pulse for 15 seconds and multiply by 4.

Question 28

When does the body utilize fat efficiently as a fuel?

A)during periods of high-intensity activity
B)during periods of mild,low-intensity activity
C)during periods of intermittent activity
D)during periods of short-term activity

Question 29

Which is the most important exercise factor for achieving training effects?

A)time (duration)
B)repetition
C)frequency
D)intensity

Question 30

On what does the recommended time (duration)of an endurance training workout depend?

A)frequency
B)specificity
C)intensity
D)mode

Question 31

What is a long-term effect of regular cardiorespiratory exercise?

A)increased heart size
B)increased resting heart rate
C)increased platelet stickiness
D)increased body fat

Question 32

What effect does regular moderate endurance exercise have on a person?

A)It increases production of free radicals.
B)It reduces the risk of dementia.
C)It increases triglyceride levels.
D)It reduces the size of mitochondria.

Question 33

How does regular endurance exercise contribute to better control of body fat?

A)It decreases calorie requirements.
B)It decreases daily energy expenditure.
C)It increases calorie intake.
D)It increases daily calorie expenditure.

Question 34

How does the VO_2max of a sedentary college student compare to an older athlete?

A)The sedentary student has much higher VO_2max.
B)The sedentary student has about the same VO_2max.
C)The sedentary student has much lower VO_2max.
D)The sedentary student has dangerously low VO_2max.

Question 35

In addition to pulse counting,how can one monitor exercise intensity?

A)ratings of perceived exertion
B)time of exercise
C)1-mile walk test
D)frequency of training

Question 36

What is an immediate effect of cardiorespiratory endurance exercise?

A)decreased blood flow to the brain
B)decreased stroke volume
C)increased blood pressure
D)decreased oxygen transport

Question 37

Which structure in the oxidative energy system produces ATP?

A)alveoli
B)capillaries
C)mitochondria
D)atria

Question 38

Which response occurs immediately when one exercises?

A)less blood flow to the skin
B)decreased ventilation (breathing)
C)decreased blood flow to the liver
D)increased heart rate

Question 39

Which activity is NOT an appropriate cardiorespiratory endurance exercise?

A)fast walking
B)cycling
C)push-ups
D)swimming

Question 40

Which statement is true regarding warm-up sessions?

A)Warm-up activities are usually of high intensity.
B)They can enhance performance and reduce injuries.
C)Muscles work better until their temperature is above resting level.
D)They spread protective fluid throughout joints.

Question 41

Blood pressure is greater during systole than during diastole.

Question 42

When a cell needs energy,it breaks down the chemical glycogen.

Question 43

Fit individuals use a greater proportion of fat as fuel.

Question 44

During exercise in the heat,which problem is associated with muscle fatigue?

A)dehydration
B)heat cramps
C)heat exhaustion
D)heatstroke

Question 45

The energy system that uses ATP and creatine phosphate fuels the body for long exercise sessions.

Question 46

Why is cooling down after exercise important?

A)It boosts oxygen consumption.
B)It spreads protective fluid within the joints.
C)It restores circulation to its normal resting condition.
D)It maintains blood flow to the extremities.

Question 47

What results when heat loss exceeds the body's ability to warm itself?

A)frostbite
B)hypothermia
C)wind chill
D)oxidation

Question 48

What is a recommended treatment of minor soft tissue injuries,such as bruises?

A)staying active
B)stretching
C)massage
D)ice

Question 49

Your body can use only one energy system at a time.

Question 50

Which problem causes the brain's temperature regulatory center to fail?

A)dehydration
B)heat cramps
C)heat exhaustion
D)heatstroke

Question 51

Which problem requires immediate medical attention?

A)dehydration
B)heat cramps
C)heat exhaustion
D)heatstroke

Question 52

Which term refers to excessive loss of body fluid?

A)dehydration
B)heat cramps
C)heat exhaustion
D)heatstroke

Question 53

The venae cavae is the largest artery in the body.

Question 54

Which is included in the guidelines for preventing exercise injuries?

A)exercising through illnesses or fatigue
B)avoiding or minimizing high impact activities
C)gradually decreasing the intensity of your workouts
D)stretching until pain occurs

Question 55

Improved fitness allows you to exercise at higher intensities before the abrupt build-up of metabolic acids referred to as the lactate threshold.

Question 56

The nonoxidative (anaerobic)energy system is used for high intensity activities lasting about 10 seconds to 2 minutes.

Question 57

During short,high-intensity activities,fat is the favored fuel.

Question 58

What should a beginner do during the initial phase of an exercise program?

A)Exercise at the low end of the target heart rate range.
B)Exercise at the high end of the target heart rate range.
C)Perform short but intense bouts of activity.
D)Exercise 5 to 7 days per week.

Question 59

Which type of injury should be treated with R-I-C-E (rest,ice,compression,elevation)?

A)sore knee
B)blisters
C)heatstroke
D)heat cramps

Question 60

How can people avoid significant heat stress when working out?

A)Perform intense workouts with less duration.
B)Wear clothes that allow heat to dissipate.
C)Avoid water before exercising.
D)Shorten the cool down perioD.

Question 61

The freezing of body tissues is called hypothermia.

Question 62

A fast time and a low heart rate during the 1-mile walk test indicate a high level of cardiorespiratory endurance.

Question 63

Exercise can help prevent cell damage caused by free radicals.

Question 64

For exercise sessions lasting more than 90 minutes,a sports drink is recommended as a fluid replacement.

Question 65

Cardiovascular endurance exercise increases levels of low-density lipoproteins.

Question 66

Regular endurance exercise lessens anxiety,depression,and stress.

Question 67

Exercise reduces levels of high blood pressure.

Question 68

Heat cramps occur primarily as a result of the depletion of sodium and potassium from muscles.

Question 69

Heatstroke requires emergency medical treatment.

Question 70

Static stretching should be part of the pre-exercise warm-up.

Question 71

Regular endurance exercise helps protect against the development of the most common type of diabetes.

Question 72

Exercisers should plan 15 to 60 minutes of aerobic exercise after each strength training session to offset cardiovascular stress caused by strength training.

Question 73

People who are fit have a higher resting heart rate than people who are unfit.

Question 74

Blood flow to the skin decreases during exercise.

Question 75

Thirst alone is a good indicator of how much one needs to drink during intense exercise.

Question 76

The total time (duration)of cardiorespiratory endurance exercise should be 20 to 60 minutes.

Question 77

Target heart rate zone is from 50 percent to 70 percent of maximum heart rate.

Question 78

Frequency is the most important factor in achieving training effects.

Question 79

Endurance exercise training can improve maximal oxygen consumption up to 50 percent in most people.

Question 80

The "talk test" may be used to monitor exercise intensity.