EXCI 252 Ch 10 Sample Questions F2023

1 EXCI 252 Sample Questions for Chapter 10 1. Which of the following statements is suggested by flexibility research ? a) Individuals with hypermobility are at lower risk than others for musculoskeletal injuries. b) A lack of lumbar/hamstring flexibility causes low back pain. c) Regular flexibility exercise reduces the risk of injuries. d) Individuals with hypermobility are at higher risk than others for musculoskeletal injuries. 2. Which of the following devices is composed of a weighted 360-degree dial and a weighted pointer that measures the range of motion for a given joint in relation to the downward pull of gravity on the dial and pointer? a) Universal goniometer b) Leighton flexometer c) Digital goniometer d) Inclinometer 3. What is the absolute zero point of the CSEP-PATH Sit-and-Reach test ? a) 26.0 cm b) 30.0 cm c) 28.0 cm d) 36.0 cm 4. Which of the following statements about flexibility assessment is TRUE ? a) Static flexibility equipment is expensive. b) Dynamic flexibility tests measure the increase in resistance during muscle elongation. c) Static flexibility tests only measure ROM indirectly. d) Dynamic flexibility is assessed in field & clinical settings. 5. Which of the following tests assesses lumbar stability ? a) The YMCA Sit-and-Reach test b) The Lumbar Stability test c) The V-Sit test d) The Modified Sit-and-Reach test

2 6. Which of the following statements about flexibility is TRUE ? a) Some obese individuals have poor flexibility. b) Warm-up alone increases range of motion. c) All heavily muscled individuals have poor flexibility d) Stretching alone is more effective than an active warm-up and static stretching for improving ROM. 7. Which of the following tests is used to assess lower body flexibility in older adults ? a) Modified Sit-and-Reach test b) Back Scratch test c) Chair Sit-and-Reach test d) Back-Saver Sit-and-Reach test 8. Which of the following Sit-and-Reach tests should be used if your client complains about the uncomfortable position of the untested leg during the performance of one of the 6 versions of the Sit-and-Reach test? ? a) Modified Back-Saver Sit-and-Reach test b) Chair Sit-and-Reach test c) Back-Saver Sit-and-Reach test d) YMCA Sit-and-Reach test 9. Why is the Sit-and-Reach test included in most health-related fitness test batteries? a) It is the best indirect test to assess low back flexibility. b) It provides a valid measure of low back and hamstring flexibility. c) It is more accurate the skin distraction test to assess low back flexibility. d) It is believed that lack of flexibility is associated with low back pain and musculoskeletal injuries. 10. Which of the following soft tissue structures contributes the most to the total resistance encountered by the joint during movement ? a) Muscle and its fascia b) Skin c) Joint capsule d) Tendons and ligaments Please refer to the answer key on the next page.