UPDATED ACTUAL Exam Questions and
CORRECT Answers
Which of the following is among the reasons why the role of personal trainers is changing? -
CORRECT ANSWER - Increasing number of adults and children who have overweight or
obesity
Which of the following is WITHIN the ACE Certified Personal Trainer scope of practice
regarding training clients with weight-loss goals? - CORRECT ANSWER - Designing
exercise programs that lead to increased energy expenditure and positive changes in body
composition
Which of the following is among the health benefits associated with regular physical activity? -
CORRECT ANSWER - Improved bone health
What is a primary reason ACE Certified Personal Trainers should complete continuing
education? - CORRECT ANSWER - To ensure that they stay up to date with the latest
exercise science research
Which of the following resources would be MOST appropriate for an ACE Certified Personal
Trainer to utilize when providing dietary advice to clients? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Resources developed or endorsed by the Federal Government (e.g., www.ChooseMyPlate.gov)
Which of the following would be OUTSIDE the scope of practice for ACE Certified Personal
Trainers? - CORRECT ANSWER - Offering solutions to a client who exhibits signs of
depression that impact exercise adherence
Which of the following is WITHIN the scope of practice for ACE Certified Personal Trainers? -
CORRECT ANSWER - Implementing a core conditioning program to improve postural
stability