EXSC 550 Quiz: Sport Mechanics Anatomy and Fundamentals
The quiz:
• Covers the Learn and Apply materials from Module 1: Week 1 to
Module 2: Week 2.
• Contains 26 multiple-choice, 6 true/false, 2 matching questions.
• Is limited to 90 minutes
• Allows 1 attempt.
• Is worth 100 points.
Question 1
2..5 pts
Which phrase best defines biomechanics?
The study of the effects of forces on humans and the effects of forces that
humans apply
Question 2
2..5 pts
Which of the following can be used in biomechanics to quantify human
movement?
all are correct
a. linear and angular kinetics
b. linear and angular kinematics
c. forces
d. moments of inertia
Question 3
2..5 pts
Which of the following below is not a kinematic variable?
Torque
Question 4
.5 pts
, A coach takes a video of a swimmer performing the front crawl at maximal
effort. The coach is interested in assessing the swimmer's elbow position in
relation to the hand during the pull. What type of analysis best describes
the coach's assessment?
Qualitative
Question 5
2..5 pts
What factor(s) should coaches and fitness professionals consider before
deciding whether to instruct an athlete to use a particular technique in their
sport or training?
All are correct
a. age and maturity
b. skill and experience
c. body type
Question 6
2..5 pts
Which of the following is a closed skill?
Both throwing a discuss for distance and performing a clean and jerk in
weightlifting
Question 7
2..5 pts
Technology can be used in sport to provide both quantitative and qualitative
assessments of technique.
True
Question 8
2..5 pts
Which of the following is the correct terminology for the following body
position: Standing erect with all body parts facing forward, including the
palms of their hands.
The quiz:
• Covers the Learn and Apply materials from Module 1: Week 1 to
Module 2: Week 2.
• Contains 26 multiple-choice, 6 true/false, 2 matching questions.
• Is limited to 90 minutes
• Allows 1 attempt.
• Is worth 100 points.
Question 1
2..5 pts
Which phrase best defines biomechanics?
The study of the effects of forces on humans and the effects of forces that
humans apply
Question 2
2..5 pts
Which of the following can be used in biomechanics to quantify human
movement?
all are correct
a. linear and angular kinetics
b. linear and angular kinematics
c. forces
d. moments of inertia
Question 3
2..5 pts
Which of the following below is not a kinematic variable?
Torque
Question 4
.5 pts
, A coach takes a video of a swimmer performing the front crawl at maximal
effort. The coach is interested in assessing the swimmer's elbow position in
relation to the hand during the pull. What type of analysis best describes
the coach's assessment?
Qualitative
Question 5
2..5 pts
What factor(s) should coaches and fitness professionals consider before
deciding whether to instruct an athlete to use a particular technique in their
sport or training?
All are correct
a. age and maturity
b. skill and experience
c. body type
Question 6
2..5 pts
Which of the following is a closed skill?
Both throwing a discuss for distance and performing a clean and jerk in
weightlifting
Question 7
2..5 pts
Technology can be used in sport to provide both quantitative and qualitative
assessments of technique.
True
Question 8
2..5 pts
Which of the following is the correct terminology for the following body
position: Standing erect with all body parts facing forward, including the
palms of their hands.
