ACE-Practice Exam with Accurate
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When meeting with a client for an initial consultation, which of the following personal
trainer behaviors would most likely communicate professionalism and increase the
client's confidence? - ANSWER-Speaking with a voice that's firm and confident
Which of the following pre-participation screening tools was designed with the primary
goal of reducing unnecessary barriers to exercise? - ANSWER-Physical Activity
Readiness Questionnaire for Everyone (PAR+Q)
An Ace Certified Personal Trainer is working with a client who has recently transitioned
into the action stage. Which of the following strategies is most appropriate for the trainer
to use? - ANSWER-Increase awareness of inevitable lapses and bolster self-efficacy in
coping with lapses
During a postural assessment, an ACE Certified Personal Trainer notices that a client is
displaying a kyphotic posture. Which of the following muscle or muscle groups is most
likely inhibited? - ANSWER-Scapular stabilizers
Which of the following actions occurs in the sagittal plane? - ANSWER-Flexion
Which of the following if most effective when setting goals with a client? - ANSWER-
Keep the number of goals manageable and attainable
An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is working with a client who discloses the use of
nicotine replacement therapy. Which of the following should the personal trainer expect
when assessing the client's resting heart rate? - ANSWER-An increasing resting heart
rate
After conducting the McGill's torso muscular endurance test battery, an ACE Certified
Personal Trainer notes a client's demonstrated deficiencies in these core functional
assessments. Which of the following types of exercises would have the most benefit? -
ANSWER-Low-back stabilization exercises
Which of the following exercises are most appropriate for a client whose goal is to
increase muscular strength in her erector spinae muscles? - ANSWER-Squat, dead-lift,
and prone back extension exercises
An ACE Certified Personal Trainer has been training a client for six months. The client
washes to increase muscle size and asks the personal trainer about recommended
,supplements to take. Which of the following actions in the most appropriate? -
ANSWER-Provide the client with evidence-based educational resources on the use of
supplements
An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is developing a program for a client in her third micro
cycle. The program consists of alternating days of exercise of the following workloads:
o Session 1: 180 lb. x 4 reps
o Session 2: 180 lb. x 4 reps
o Session 3: 180 lbs. x 4 reps
Which of the following is the best description of this training program? - ANSWER-
Linear periodization
An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is incorporating supersets into a client's program.
Which of the following would be most appropriate to include in the program? -
ANSWER-Overhead press followed by push-ups and chin-ups without rest periods.
Which of the following best describes the double-progression muscular-training
protocol? - ANSWER-After being able to complete 15 leg presses with 100 pounds,
increase the weight by 5% to 105 pounds, drop the reps to 12, and continue with this
weight until able to complete 15 reps.
A client is expressing interest in learning more about nutrition. Which of the following is
within the ACE Certified Personal Trainer's scope of practice? - ANSWER-Provide the
client with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans
During a recent treadmill training session, an ACE Certified Personal Trainer's client
severely strained his hamstrings and missed three days of work. Which of the following
forms would be most important for the client to have signed to bar him from potential
recovery from their injury? - ANSWER-Wavier
An ACE Certified Personal Trainer's client has travelled to the mountains for a ski
vacation and reports experiencing signs and symptoms of altitude sickness. Which of
the following would be most appropriate for the client to become accustomed to
exercising at a higher altitude? - ANSWER-Prolonged warm-up and cool-down
An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is working with a client who has recently met his
long-term weight loss goal. The client posts on social media about the success with a
before and after photo. Which of the following is the most appropriate way for the
personal trainer to use this post for marketing purposes? - ANSWER-Ask the client to
sign a release granting permission to share the post.
In the initial interview, a new client reveals that he or she would like information on basic
nutrition. As an ACE Certified Personal Trainer, which of the following would be the
most appropriate action? - ANSWER-Provide a handout with the MyPlate
recommendations and a link to the website.
,During a recent assessment, an ACE Certified Personal Trainer identifies her adult
client's blood pressure as 128/80 mmHg. Which of the following categories would best
classify this client's blood pressure reading? - ANSWER-Stage 1 hypertension
During an initial consultation, an ACE Certified Personal Trainer observes a client
continually biting their lip. Which would be the most appropriate course of action? -
ANSWER-Ask the client how he or she is feeling about the conversation.
Which of the following is the recommended timing and amount of water to drink before
exercise for a 130 lb. client? - ANSWER-10-14 ounces at least 4 hours before exercise
After a warm outdoor training session with a client, which of the following signs or
symptoms would most likely suggest heat stroke and require medical attention? -
ANSWER-Heat, dry skin and rapid, strong pulse
When working with a client who has coronary artery disease, which of the following is
contraindicated? - ANSWER-Valsalva maneuver
A client is progressing from the Functional Training phase to the Movement Training
phase of Muscular Training. Which of the following exercises would be most appropriate
to include in the program at this point? - ANSWER-Sit-to-stand
Which of the following nutritional supplements is the most effective supplement
available to fitness enthusiasts to increase high-intensity exercise performance and
muscle mass? - ANSWER-Creatine
An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is working with a client who is pregnant and cleared
to exercise. During a recent exercise session, she complained of persistent calf pain
and cramping. Which of the following is the most appropriate course of action? -
ANSWER-Postpone the exercise session, document the incident, and have the client go
to the doctor's
A client has informed their ACE Certified Personal Trainer that he will be going on
vacation for three weeks. Which of the following would be most appropriate to reduce
the risk of the client experiencing a lapse in his program? - ANSWER-Collaborate with
the client to plan for a lapse before it happens
Which of the following would be the most credible source for providing a client with
nutrition information? - ANSWER-Harvard University's Healthy Eating Plate
During a training session, a client incurs an injury, receives first aid, and is safe. Which
of the following would be the most appropriate next step for an ACE Certified Personal
Trainer? - ANSWER-Complete an incident report
During a personal trainer session, a client mentions feeling depressed due to problems
in his marriage. Which of the following is the most appropriate course of action for an
, ACE Certified Personal Trainer? - ANSWER-Maintain the client's confidentially and
listen with empathy.
During an initial consultation with a client, an ACE Certified Personal Trainer is taking
steps to establish rapport. This best represents which element of the self-determination
theory? - ANSWER-Relatedness
Which of the following is the best example of an open-ended question? -
ANSWER-"how can I help you become more physically active?"
An ACE Certified Personal Trainer's new client is selecting to opt out of any
physiological assessments. Which of the following is the best client-centered response?
- ANSWER-Acknowledge the client's request and carefully design a program based on
client preferences and health-history information.
Which of the following muscles serve as the primary mover in a bench press exercise? -
ANSWER-Pectoralis major
Which is the most appropriate strength ratio between the hamstrings and quadriceps? -
ANSWER-2:3
Which rest interval is most appropriate between sets for a client whose goal is to
improve his or her general muscular fitness? - ANSWER-2-3 minutes
Which of the following is the most appropriate way for an ACE Certified Personal
Trainer to introduce a new exercise to a client? - ANSWER-Explain the exercise, then
demonstrate it before having the client perform the exercise
Which of the following best represents a benefit of the DASH eating plan? - ANSWER-
Lowers systolic blood pressure by 5 to 6 mmHg
Which of the following is most likely to increase intrinsic motivation for exercise
participation? - ANSWER-Joining a neighborhood walking group
A long-standing client who has a 1-RM bench press of 200 lb. has a goal of increasing
his 1-RM to 250 lb. which of the following load increase percentage is most appropriate
initially? - ANSWER-5%
Which of the following best represents a benefit/advantage to operating a franchise? -
ANSWER-Access to national advertising programs and the ability to share costs
associated with marketing and brand identify with other franchise owners.
Which of the following represents the best practice for client exercise record-keeping? -
ANSWER-Keeping an updated exercise log in the client's files with specific notations for
progress, program changes, or injuries.
Solutions
When meeting with a client for an initial consultation, which of the following personal
trainer behaviors would most likely communicate professionalism and increase the
client's confidence? - ANSWER-Speaking with a voice that's firm and confident
Which of the following pre-participation screening tools was designed with the primary
goal of reducing unnecessary barriers to exercise? - ANSWER-Physical Activity
Readiness Questionnaire for Everyone (PAR+Q)
An Ace Certified Personal Trainer is working with a client who has recently transitioned
into the action stage. Which of the following strategies is most appropriate for the trainer
to use? - ANSWER-Increase awareness of inevitable lapses and bolster self-efficacy in
coping with lapses
During a postural assessment, an ACE Certified Personal Trainer notices that a client is
displaying a kyphotic posture. Which of the following muscle or muscle groups is most
likely inhibited? - ANSWER-Scapular stabilizers
Which of the following actions occurs in the sagittal plane? - ANSWER-Flexion
Which of the following if most effective when setting goals with a client? - ANSWER-
Keep the number of goals manageable and attainable
An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is working with a client who discloses the use of
nicotine replacement therapy. Which of the following should the personal trainer expect
when assessing the client's resting heart rate? - ANSWER-An increasing resting heart
rate
After conducting the McGill's torso muscular endurance test battery, an ACE Certified
Personal Trainer notes a client's demonstrated deficiencies in these core functional
assessments. Which of the following types of exercises would have the most benefit? -
ANSWER-Low-back stabilization exercises
Which of the following exercises are most appropriate for a client whose goal is to
increase muscular strength in her erector spinae muscles? - ANSWER-Squat, dead-lift,
and prone back extension exercises
An ACE Certified Personal Trainer has been training a client for six months. The client
washes to increase muscle size and asks the personal trainer about recommended
,supplements to take. Which of the following actions in the most appropriate? -
ANSWER-Provide the client with evidence-based educational resources on the use of
supplements
An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is developing a program for a client in her third micro
cycle. The program consists of alternating days of exercise of the following workloads:
o Session 1: 180 lb. x 4 reps
o Session 2: 180 lb. x 4 reps
o Session 3: 180 lbs. x 4 reps
Which of the following is the best description of this training program? - ANSWER-
Linear periodization
An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is incorporating supersets into a client's program.
Which of the following would be most appropriate to include in the program? -
ANSWER-Overhead press followed by push-ups and chin-ups without rest periods.
Which of the following best describes the double-progression muscular-training
protocol? - ANSWER-After being able to complete 15 leg presses with 100 pounds,
increase the weight by 5% to 105 pounds, drop the reps to 12, and continue with this
weight until able to complete 15 reps.
A client is expressing interest in learning more about nutrition. Which of the following is
within the ACE Certified Personal Trainer's scope of practice? - ANSWER-Provide the
client with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans
During a recent treadmill training session, an ACE Certified Personal Trainer's client
severely strained his hamstrings and missed three days of work. Which of the following
forms would be most important for the client to have signed to bar him from potential
recovery from their injury? - ANSWER-Wavier
An ACE Certified Personal Trainer's client has travelled to the mountains for a ski
vacation and reports experiencing signs and symptoms of altitude sickness. Which of
the following would be most appropriate for the client to become accustomed to
exercising at a higher altitude? - ANSWER-Prolonged warm-up and cool-down
An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is working with a client who has recently met his
long-term weight loss goal. The client posts on social media about the success with a
before and after photo. Which of the following is the most appropriate way for the
personal trainer to use this post for marketing purposes? - ANSWER-Ask the client to
sign a release granting permission to share the post.
In the initial interview, a new client reveals that he or she would like information on basic
nutrition. As an ACE Certified Personal Trainer, which of the following would be the
most appropriate action? - ANSWER-Provide a handout with the MyPlate
recommendations and a link to the website.
,During a recent assessment, an ACE Certified Personal Trainer identifies her adult
client's blood pressure as 128/80 mmHg. Which of the following categories would best
classify this client's blood pressure reading? - ANSWER-Stage 1 hypertension
During an initial consultation, an ACE Certified Personal Trainer observes a client
continually biting their lip. Which would be the most appropriate course of action? -
ANSWER-Ask the client how he or she is feeling about the conversation.
Which of the following is the recommended timing and amount of water to drink before
exercise for a 130 lb. client? - ANSWER-10-14 ounces at least 4 hours before exercise
After a warm outdoor training session with a client, which of the following signs or
symptoms would most likely suggest heat stroke and require medical attention? -
ANSWER-Heat, dry skin and rapid, strong pulse
When working with a client who has coronary artery disease, which of the following is
contraindicated? - ANSWER-Valsalva maneuver
A client is progressing from the Functional Training phase to the Movement Training
phase of Muscular Training. Which of the following exercises would be most appropriate
to include in the program at this point? - ANSWER-Sit-to-stand
Which of the following nutritional supplements is the most effective supplement
available to fitness enthusiasts to increase high-intensity exercise performance and
muscle mass? - ANSWER-Creatine
An ACE Certified Personal Trainer is working with a client who is pregnant and cleared
to exercise. During a recent exercise session, she complained of persistent calf pain
and cramping. Which of the following is the most appropriate course of action? -
ANSWER-Postpone the exercise session, document the incident, and have the client go
to the doctor's
A client has informed their ACE Certified Personal Trainer that he will be going on
vacation for three weeks. Which of the following would be most appropriate to reduce
the risk of the client experiencing a lapse in his program? - ANSWER-Collaborate with
the client to plan for a lapse before it happens
Which of the following would be the most credible source for providing a client with
nutrition information? - ANSWER-Harvard University's Healthy Eating Plate
During a training session, a client incurs an injury, receives first aid, and is safe. Which
of the following would be the most appropriate next step for an ACE Certified Personal
Trainer? - ANSWER-Complete an incident report
During a personal trainer session, a client mentions feeling depressed due to problems
in his marriage. Which of the following is the most appropriate course of action for an
, ACE Certified Personal Trainer? - ANSWER-Maintain the client's confidentially and
listen with empathy.
During an initial consultation with a client, an ACE Certified Personal Trainer is taking
steps to establish rapport. This best represents which element of the self-determination
theory? - ANSWER-Relatedness
Which of the following is the best example of an open-ended question? -
ANSWER-"how can I help you become more physically active?"
An ACE Certified Personal Trainer's new client is selecting to opt out of any
physiological assessments. Which of the following is the best client-centered response?
- ANSWER-Acknowledge the client's request and carefully design a program based on
client preferences and health-history information.
Which of the following muscles serve as the primary mover in a bench press exercise? -
ANSWER-Pectoralis major
Which is the most appropriate strength ratio between the hamstrings and quadriceps? -
ANSWER-2:3
Which rest interval is most appropriate between sets for a client whose goal is to
improve his or her general muscular fitness? - ANSWER-2-3 minutes
Which of the following is the most appropriate way for an ACE Certified Personal
Trainer to introduce a new exercise to a client? - ANSWER-Explain the exercise, then
demonstrate it before having the client perform the exercise
Which of the following best represents a benefit of the DASH eating plan? - ANSWER-
Lowers systolic blood pressure by 5 to 6 mmHg
Which of the following is most likely to increase intrinsic motivation for exercise
participation? - ANSWER-Joining a neighborhood walking group
A long-standing client who has a 1-RM bench press of 200 lb. has a goal of increasing
his 1-RM to 250 lb. which of the following load increase percentage is most appropriate
initially? - ANSWER-5%
Which of the following best represents a benefit/advantage to operating a franchise? -
ANSWER-Access to national advertising programs and the ability to share costs
associated with marketing and brand identify with other franchise owners.
Which of the following represents the best practice for client exercise record-keeping? -
ANSWER-Keeping an updated exercise log in the client's files with specific notations for
progress, program changes, or injuries.
