Topic 1.2.1: Physcial activity and you helathy mind and body (OPTIMUM WEIGHT AND WEIGHT RELATED CONDITIONS)

Question 1

State two factors that will cause optimum weight to vary between individuals competing in the same event

Answer 1

Height
Sex/gender
Bone structure OR bone density
Muscle mass OR muscle size OR muscle girth

Question 2

Which one of the following correctly identifies four factors affecting optimum weight?
A: Bone structure, gender, muscle girth, height
B: Height, diet, muscle growth, body composition
C: Bone structure, age, muscle mass, weight
D: Body composition, muscle mass, sport played, height

Answer 2

A: Bone structure, gender, muscle girth, height

Question 3

Which of the following statements is correct?
A: Obese - a term meaning very overweight
B: Overweight - a term meaning excess body fat
C: Overfat - a term meaning weight in excess of normal
D: Anorexic - a term meaning a prolonged eating disorder due to loss of appetite

Answer 3

D: Anorexic - a term meaning a prolonged eating disorder due to loss of appetite