Question 1

__________ best describes a test that provides a consistent measurement.

Accepted Answer

A)  Validity 
B)  Reliability 
C)  Diagnostic testing 
D)  Functional capacity testing

Question 2

A whole body plethysmograph can be used to measure:

Accepted Answer

A)  pulmonary function. 
B)  body composition. 
C)  cardiovascular fitness. 
D)  muscular strength.

Question 3

? As testing procedures move further away from the actual physical or psychological function measured in the assessment and evaluation, the validity declines despite the fact that the results may be reliable.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

When individuals are suspected of having heart disease or a cardiovascular abnormality, __________ may be used as part of a comprehensive physical examination.

Accepted Answer

A)  an electrocardiograph machine 
B)  an incentive spirometer 
C)  a whole-body plethysmograph 
D)  an isokinetic dynamometer

Question 5

As testing procedures move further away from the actual physical or psychological function desired in the assessment and evaluation, the __________ declines despite the fact that the results may be __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  validity; reliable 
B)  validity; measurable 
C)  reliability; valid 
D)  consistency; valid

Exam 11: Assessment and Equipment in Exercise Science

__________ best describes a test that provides a consistent measurement.

A whole body plethysmograph can be used to measure:

? As testing procedures move further away from the actual physical or psychological function measured in the assessment and evaluation, the validity declines despite the fact that the results may be reliable.

When individuals are suspected of having heart disease or a cardiovascular abnormality, __________ may be used as part of a comprehensive physical examination.

As testing procedures move further away from the actual physical or psychological function desired in the assessment and evaluation, the declines despite the fact that the results may be .