NCSF CSC Exam Questions and Answers |Fall 2026/2027
Update | 100% Correct
Question 1
Which of the following amino acids has been purported to increase growth hormone release?
a.Aspartate
b.Arginine
c.Glutamine
d.Tyrosine
Correct Answer
Arginine
Question 2
Which of the following components of the integrated model of function is related to skeletal (bone) efficiency and
alignment?
a.Kinetic placement
b.Force closure
c.Form closure
d.Motor control
Correct Answer
Form closure
Page 1 of 193
,Question 3
proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation employs a neural response from proprioceptors to protect the tissue by
increasing movement range called ____
a. reciprocal inhibition
b. potentiated inhibition
c. reactive inhibition
d. autogenic inhibition
Correct Answer
autogenic inhibition
Question 4
which of the following specifically functions to develop speed economy via improved biomechanical proficiency
a. overspeed training drills
b. plyometric drills
c. speed technique drills
d. drag training drills
Correct Answer
speed technique drills
Page 2 of 193
,Question 5
Which of the following presents the appropriate ranges for essential body fat among men and women?
a. Men - 1-3%, women - 7-9%
b. Men - 4-8%, women - 8-12%
c. Men - 3-5%, women - 11-14%
d. Men - 5-9%, women - 9-15%
Correct Answer
Men - 3-5%, women - 11-14%
Question 6
Which of the following is used to determine daily energy expenditure associated with physical activities?
a.Metabolic equivalents (METs)
b.The rate-pressure product (RPP)
c.Maximal heart rate (HRmax)
d.Respiration quotient (RQ)
Correct Answer
Metabolic equivalents (METs)
Page 3 of 193
, Question 7
Which of the following is purported to be effective for inducing hyperhydration before exercise in the heat?
a. Acai berry
b. Glycerol
c. Beetroot
d. GABA
Correct Answer
Glycerol
Question 8
Which of the following is not associated with the use of probiotics as a dietary supplement?
a. An improved rate of recovery from rotavirus diarrhea
b. Reduced stress-induced damage to the gut caused by intense exercise
c. Alleviation of allergic or respiratory disorders among young children
d. Increased insulin sensitivity due to digestive function improvements
Correct Answer
Increased insulin sensitivity due to digestive function improvements
Page 4 of 193
Update | 100% Correct
Question 1
Which of the following amino acids has been purported to increase growth hormone release?
a.Aspartate
b.Arginine
c.Glutamine
d.Tyrosine
Correct Answer
Arginine
Question 2
Which of the following components of the integrated model of function is related to skeletal (bone) efficiency and
alignment?
a.Kinetic placement
b.Force closure
c.Form closure
d.Motor control
Correct Answer
Form closure
Page 1 of 193
,Question 3
proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation employs a neural response from proprioceptors to protect the tissue by
increasing movement range called ____
a. reciprocal inhibition
b. potentiated inhibition
c. reactive inhibition
d. autogenic inhibition
Correct Answer
autogenic inhibition
Question 4
which of the following specifically functions to develop speed economy via improved biomechanical proficiency
a. overspeed training drills
b. plyometric drills
c. speed technique drills
d. drag training drills
Correct Answer
speed technique drills
Page 2 of 193
,Question 5
Which of the following presents the appropriate ranges for essential body fat among men and women?
a. Men - 1-3%, women - 7-9%
b. Men - 4-8%, women - 8-12%
c. Men - 3-5%, women - 11-14%
d. Men - 5-9%, women - 9-15%
Correct Answer
Men - 3-5%, women - 11-14%
Question 6
Which of the following is used to determine daily energy expenditure associated with physical activities?
a.Metabolic equivalents (METs)
b.The rate-pressure product (RPP)
c.Maximal heart rate (HRmax)
d.Respiration quotient (RQ)
Correct Answer
Metabolic equivalents (METs)
Page 3 of 193
, Question 7
Which of the following is purported to be effective for inducing hyperhydration before exercise in the heat?
a. Acai berry
b. Glycerol
c. Beetroot
d. GABA
Correct Answer
Glycerol
Question 8
Which of the following is not associated with the use of probiotics as a dietary supplement?
a. An improved rate of recovery from rotavirus diarrhea
b. Reduced stress-induced damage to the gut caused by intense exercise
c. Alleviation of allergic or respiratory disorders among young children
d. Increased insulin sensitivity due to digestive function improvements
Correct Answer
Increased insulin sensitivity due to digestive function improvements
Page 4 of 193
