NUTR 121 CH 10 Post Test with Questions and Answers

NUTR 121 CH 10 Post Test with Questions and Answers Which characteristic is NOT considered to be a benefit of physical activity? a. lower incidence and reduced severity of mental anxiety and depression b. enhanced resistance to colds and other infectious diseases c. reduction in gastric capacity and motility d. lower risks of some types of cancers e. improved body composition and adipose tissue distribution ANSWER c. reduction in gastric capacity and motility What is the guideline for aerobic activity as defined by the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans? a. simply increased activities of daily living, such as cooking, cleaning, and walking b. 60 minutes of high-intensity activity every day c. 2 miles of brisk walking, or the equivalent, every weekday d. a minimum of 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity each week e. 420 minutes of moderate-intensity activity each week ANSWER d. a minimum of 150 min of moderate-intensity activity each week What are the components of fitness? a. flexibility, bone strength, cardiorespiratory endurance, and cardiopulmonary respiration b. flexibility, muscle strength, muscle endurance, and cardiorespiratory endurance