Introduction to Biomechanics: Master Human Movement and Performance

Question 1

What is the primary focus of biomechanics?

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Analyzing human movement using mechanical principles

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Examining the structure and function of biological systems at the molecular level

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Investigating the nervous system's role in movement

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Exploring the ethical implications of technology in sports

Question 2

Kinematics is the study of which of the following?

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The motion of a body

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The forces acting on a body

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The properties of different materials

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The energy transformations within a body

Question 3

Which of the following is a type of linear motion?

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Projectile motion

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Circular motion

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Rotational motion

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Oscillatory motion

Question 4

The acceleration due to gravity on Earth is approximately:

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9.8 m/s²

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10.0 m/s²

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10.2 m/s²

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10.4 m/s²

Question 5

The moment of inertia of a body is a measure of its:

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Resistance to rotation

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Mass

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Density

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Velocity

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental concept of kinematics?

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Inertia

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Displacement

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Velocity

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Acceleration

Question 7

What is the term for the maximum force that a muscle can produce against a fixed resistance?

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Isometric strength

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Isotonic strength

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Isokinetic strength

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Eccentric strength

Question 8

What is the name of the law that states that the acceleration of an object is directly proportional to the net force acting on it?

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Newton's second law

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Newton's first law

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Newton's third law

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Bernoulli's principle

Question 9

What is the name of the muscle that is primarily responsible for extending the elbow?

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Triceps

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Biceps

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Brachialis

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Supinator

Question 10

The principle that states that the sum of all forces acting on an object is equal to its mass multiplied by its acceleration is known as:

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Newton's Second Law of Motion

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Newton's First Law of Motion

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Newton's Third Law of Motion

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Law of Universal Gravitation

Question 11

Which of the following factors does NOT affect the moment of inertia of a body?

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Linear velocity

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Mass

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Distribution of mass

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Shape

Question 12

The principle that states that the total energy of an isolated system remains constant is known as the:

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Law of Conservation of Energy

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First Law of Thermodynamics

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Second Law of Thermodynamics

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Bernoulli's Principle

Question 13

Which of the following factors does NOT influence the range of motion at a joint?

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Nerve innervation

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Ligament arrangement

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Muscle flexibility

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Bone shape

Question 14

The moment of inertia of a body is a measure of its:

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Resistance to rotational acceleration

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Resistance to linear acceleration

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Mass

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Size

Question 15

Which of the following forces opposes movement and is responsible for energy loss in joints?

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Friction

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Gravity

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Tension

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Inertia

Question 16

In the International System of Units (SI), what is the standard unit for measuring force?

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Newton

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Kilogram

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Joule

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Watt

Question 17

Which of the following is not considered a primary plane of movement in biomechanics?

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Horizontal

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Sagittal

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Frontal

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Transverse

Question 18

What term describes the rate at which velocity changes over time?

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Acceleration

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Velocity

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Displacement

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Time

Question 19

Which type of joint allows for the widest range of motion, such as rotation and circular movement?

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Ball-and-socket

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Hinge

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Pivot

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Condyloid

Question 20

What is the primary action of the quadriceps muscle group located on the front of the thigh?

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Extending the knee

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Flexing the knee

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Extending the hip

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Flexing the hip

Question 21

During which type of muscle contraction does the muscle shorten while generating force?

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Concentric

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Eccentric

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Isometric

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Isotonic

Question 22

Velocity is the measure of:

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Displacement over time

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Acceleration over time

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Force over mass

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Mass over volume

Question 23

Which of these muscles extends (straightens) the knee joint?

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Quadriceps

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Hamstrings

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Calves

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Glutes

Question 24

What is the net force acting on a body in the vertical direction called?

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Weight

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Impulse

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Momentum

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Drag

Question 25

In which type of lever is the fulcrum located between the effort and the load?

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Second-Class

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First-Class

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Third-Class

Question 26

The patella (kneecap) serves which main function?

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Increases the leverage of the quadriceps

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Protects the knee joint

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Facilitates ankle movement

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Stores energy for jumping

Question 27

Which of the following does NOT influence the range of motion of a joint?

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Body temperature

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Muscle flexibility

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Joint structure

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Ligament laxity

Question 28

The vestibular system is primarily responsible for:

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Balance and spatial orientation

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Coordinating movements

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Muscle activation

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Generating force

Question 29

Which analysis method involves capturing human movement using cameras and motion capture systems?

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Kinematic analysis

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Kinetic analysis

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Electromyography

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Anthropometry

Question 30

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental principle of kinematics?

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Momentum

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Displacement

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Velocity

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Acceleration

Question 31

The study of the forces acting on a body and their effects on motion is known as:

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Kinetics

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Kinematics

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Dynamics

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Statics

Question 32

Which of the following is a measure of an object's resistance to change in motion?

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Inertia

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Mass

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Weight

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Impulse

Question 33

The force that opposes the motion of an object moving through a fluid is referred to as:

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Drag

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Friction

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Gravity

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Buoyancy

Question 34

Which type of joint allows for the greatest range of motion?

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Ball-and-socket joint

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Pivot joint

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Gliding joint

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Saddle joint

Question 35

Which of the following is the most effective method for developing muscular endurance?

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Circuit training

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Weight training

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Plyometrics

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Isometrics

Question 36

The process by which the body obtains and transforms nutrients into energy is referred to as:

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Metabolism

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Respiration

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Excretion

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Circulation

Question 37

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental concept in kinematics?

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Force acting on an object

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Displacement

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Velocity

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Acceleration

Question 38

What is the Standard International (SI) unit of measurement for displacement?

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Meters

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Meters per second

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Newtons

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Kilograms

Question 39

Which law of motion states that an object at rest stays at rest, and an object in motion stays in motion with the same speed and in the same direction unless acted upon by a net (total) force?

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Newton's First Law

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Newton's Second Law

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Newton's Third Law

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Law of Conservation of Energy

Question 40

What is the relationship between force (F), mass (m), and acceleration (a), as described by Newton's Second Law?

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F = m * a

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F = a * m

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a = F / m

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m = F * a

Question 41

Which of the following is NOT a factor that affects the range of motion of a joint?

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Ambient room temperature

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Ligaments

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Muscles

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Bone structure