Skill Acquisition and Development Quizzes for Sport Year 13

Question 1

Which of these is not a feature of skilled performance?

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Variability

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Consistency

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Efficiency

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Purposefulness

Question 2

Which characteristic is a hallmark of an expert performer?

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Exceptional automaticity

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Difficulty adapting to new situations

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Reliance on external guidance

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Inconsistent performance in different settings

Question 3

In the Fitts and Posner model, which stage of skill acquisition is characterized by quick progress as learners gain automaticity and consistency in their performance?

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Associative

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Cognitive

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Expert

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Autonomous

Question 4

According to Fitts and Posner's model, what are the essential elements of skilled performance?

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Speed, accuracy, and consistency

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Coordination, balance, and reaction time

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Motivation, confidence, and focus

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Strength, endurance, and flexibility

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a component of skilled performance in Fitts and Posner's model?

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Memory

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Perception

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Decision-making

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Execution

Question 6

In Fitts and Posner's model of skill acquisition, which stage emphasizes becoming consciously aware of the skill?

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Cognitive stage

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Associative stage

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Autonomous stage

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Feedback loop

Question 7

Which element is absent from Gentile's model of skilled performance?

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Physical abilities

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Recognition patterns

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Decision-making

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Feedback mechanisms

Question 8

According to Schmidt's theory, what is crucial for skilled movement performance?

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Creating schemas that guide movement patterns

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Developing subskills

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Adapting to changing environmental conditions

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Using feedback to improve motor skills

Question 9

In Fitts and Posner's Three-Stage Model of Skill Acquisition, which stage involves the development of a mental image of the skill?

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Cognitive stage

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Associative stage

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Autonomous stage

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Perceptual stage

Question 10

Which of the following is **not** a primary component of skilled performance, according to Gentile's model?

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Motivational factors

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Cognitive functions

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Perceptual abilities

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Motor skills

Question 11

Which characteristic is NOT associated with expert performers?

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Reliance on external cues

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Consistent performance

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Adaptability to changing conditions

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Automatic execution of skills

Question 12

What is a key characteristic of skilled motor performance?

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Consistent execution across multiple attempts

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Fast execution speed

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High power output

Question 13

According to Gentile's model, which of the following is NOT a key component responsible for the development of skilled performance?

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Cognitive strategies

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Feedback mechanisms

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Appropriate perceptual information

Question 14

In the Fitts and Posner model, which stage of skill development involves performing a skill automatically, without conscious effort?

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Autonomous

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Cognitive

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Associative

Question 15

What are the three key components of skilled performance according to Gentile's model?

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Perception, decision-making, and execution

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Anticipation, perception, and decision-making

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Reaction time, decision-making, and execution

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Visualization, decision-making, and execution

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a key element of skilled sports performance?

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Passion

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Accuracy

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Consistency

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Timing

Question 17

In Fitts and Posner's model of skilled performance, which element is crucial for predicting and responding to future events?

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Anticipation

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Reaction speed

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Decision-making

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Physical fitness

Question 18

Which ability allows skilled performers to adjust their movements to changing conditions?

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Adaptability

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Consistency

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Feedback

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Speed

Question 19

Which characteristic is associated with the **expert** stage of skill acquisition?

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Effortless execution, high consistency, and no conscious thought

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Slow and hesitant movements with frequent errors

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Inconsistent performance with frequent errors

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Efficient and effective performance with conscious attention required

Question 20

Which component is NOT included in Fitts and Posner's three-stage model of skill acquisition?

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Reaction Speed

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Cognitive Stage

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Associative Stage

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Autonomous Stage

Question 21

Which of the following statements accurately defines positive skill transfer?

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Learning a new skill that enhances the performance of a previously learned skill.

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Learning a new skill that impairs the performance of a previously learned skill.

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Learning a new skill that has no effect on the performance of a previously learned skill.

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Learning a new skill that diminishes the performance of a previously learned skill.

Question 22

In positive skill transfer, what advantage is NOT gained in the process of learning a new skill?

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Improved performance in a completely unrelated skill.

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Reduced learning time due to the application of existing skills and knowledge.

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Increased motivation resulting from the successful application of existing skills.

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Enhanced confidence derived from the successful application of existing skills.

Question 23

In Anders Ericsson's research on deliberate practice, what is considered crucial for developing high levels of skill automaticity?

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Receiving personalized feedback and guidance from an experienced coach

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Practicing in short, varied sessions with minimal feedback

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Setting unrealistic goals and aiming for immediate perfection

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Maintaining a comfortable practice environment with few challenges

Question 24

When learning a new skill, which phenomenon leads to improved performance in a previously learned skill?

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Positive skill transfer

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Negative skill transfer

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Bilateral skill transfer

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Motor learning enhancement

Question 25

Which of the following is NOT a component of skilled performance according to Fitts and Posner's model?

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Flexibility

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Accuracy

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Speed

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Consistency

Question 26

In Schmidt's schema theory, what distinguishes the **expert stage** of skill acquisition?

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Automatic execution with minimal conscious thought

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Frequent use of external feedback

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Common skill errors

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Slow and deliberate execution

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT a primary factor influencing skill acquisition, according to the Fitts and Posner model?

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Motivation

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Task difficulty

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Feedback

Question 28

Which practice method involves switching between different skills or variations of the same skill during a single practice session?

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Interleaved practice

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Blocked practice

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Random practice

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Massed practice

Question 29

According to the Fitts-Posner model, the time required to complete a movement depends on the:

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Amplitude and direction of the movement

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Speed and accuracy with which the movement is performed

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Distance and resistance encountered during the movement

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Weight of the object being moved and the equipment used

Question 30

Which of the following is a type of feedback that provides information about the outcome of a movement, such as whether a goal was achieved or not?

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Extrinsic feedback

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Intrinsic feedback

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Concurrent feedback

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Delayed feedback

Question 31

The concept of 'transfer' in skill acquisition refers to the:

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Application of skills learned in one situation to a new or different situation

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Development of new skills from existing ones

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Improvement of existing skills through repeated practice

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Forgetting of skills over time due to lack of use

Question 32

The 'zone of proximal development', as proposed by Lev Vygotsky, is:

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The range of skills that a learner can perform with the guidance and support of a more skilled individual

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The range of skills that a learner can perform independently without assistance

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The range of skills that a learner is not yet ready to perform

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The range of skills that a learner has already mastered and can perform proficiently

Question 33

The 'plateau effect' in skill acquisition refers to:

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A point where no further improvement can be made

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A period of rapid progress and improvement

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A period of consistent decline in performance

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A period of increased motivation and engagement

Question 34

Which of the following is a type of practice schedule that involves distributing practice sessions over time, rather than doing them all at once?

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Distributed practice

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Massed practice

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Blocked practice

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Random practice

Question 35

Analyze the relationship between motivation and skill acquisition. In what ways can intrinsic and extrinsic motivation influence the learning and development of motor skills?

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Both intrinsic and extrinsic motivation can have a beneficial influence on skill acquisition and development.

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Only intrinsic motivation can lead to optimal skill acquisition.

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Extrinsic motivation generally results in more consistent and dedicated practice.

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Extrinsic rewards consistently undermine intrinsic motivation for skill development.

Question 36

According to Schmidt's Schema Theory, which type of schema represents the specific steps involved in executing a skill?

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Production schema

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Recognition schema

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Recall schema

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Anticipation schema

Question 37

Which of the following is a key principle of effective feedback in skill acquisition?

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Feedback should be specific, timely, and relevant.

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Feedback should only be provided for successful attempts.

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Feedback should be general and delayed.

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Feedback should focus on negative aspects of performance.

Question 38

According to the OPT model (Optimum Performance Training), which phase emphasizes the development of fundamental movement skills?

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Cognitive

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Associative

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Performance

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Adaptive

Question 39

What is the primary focus of the cognitive stage of skill acquisition?

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Understanding and analyzing the movement.

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Automating the movement.

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Refining and optimizing the movement.

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Applying the movement in real-world situations.

Question 40

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an expert performer?

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Poor ability to adapt to changing situations.

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Highly automated movements.

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Exceptional decision-making skills.

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Ability to learn new skills quickly.

Question 41

Examine the transfer of skills between different sports or contexts. Discuss the factors that affect the success or failure of skill transfer, providing specific examples.

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Factors influencing skill transfer include shared principles, cognitive processes, and biomechanics, while differences hinder transfer.

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Skill transfer is only possible when the skills are almost identical.

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Skill transfer is most likely to occur when the contexts of the two skills are very similar.

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Motivation is the most important factor in successful skill transfer.

Question 42

How can cultural factors influence the way someone learns and develops skills in sports?

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Cultural values and norms can affect a person's motivation and interest in certain sports.

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Cultural expectations can influence the development of physical skills.

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Everyone learns and develops skills in the same way, regardless of their cultural background.

Question 43

How does early specialization in a single sport impact an athlete's skill development, risk of injury, and overall athletic potential in the long run?

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Provides a temporary advantage in skill development but may hinder long-term athletic growth and potential.

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Enhances skill development but increases injury risk and limits athletic potential.

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Has no significant impact on skill development or athletic potential.

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Improves skill development and overall athletic potential without increasing injury risks.

Question 44

In Fitts and Posner's model of skill acquisition, autonomous stage is characterized by:

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Unconsciously executing the skill

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Requiring conscious attention

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Occurring early in the learning process

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Involving high levels of motivation

Question 45

Which of the following tasks is considered 'closed' in Fitts and Posner's classification?

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Performing a surgical procedure

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Playing a video game

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Driving a car

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Playing tennis

Question 46

Feedback is most effective in skill acquisition when it is:

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specific and timely

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vague and general

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positive and encouraging

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provided only after the skill has been successfully performed

Question 47

Which of the following coaching strategies is associated with deliberate practice?

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Setting clear and specific goals

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Providing constant encouragement

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Focusing on correcting errors

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Allowing the performer to practice at their own pace

Question 48

Transfer of learning refers to:

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The ability to apply skills learned in one context to a different context

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The forgetting of skills that have not been practiced recently

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The process of acquiring new skills through repetition and practice

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The ability to perform a skill in different environments

Question 49

Task-specific feedback is feedback that:

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Provides specific information about how to improve performance

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Focuses on the overall performance of the skill

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Is given after the skill has been successfully performed

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Is delivered in a positive and encouraging manner

Question 50

The role of the cerebellum in skill acquisition is primarily to:

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Coordinate and refine movement patterns

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Store memories of skill movements

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Control the muscles involved in movement

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Process sensory information related to movement

Question 51

Which of the following is a characteristic of a skilled performer?

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Consistent and fluid movement

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Slow and deliberate movement

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Inconsistent movement

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Lack of coordination

Question 52

What is the primary purpose of the cognitive stage in skill acquisition?

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Understand the skill and develop a mental representation

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Refine the skill through repetitive practice

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Automate the skill through subconscious execution

Question 53

Which of the following is an example of a closed skill?

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Free throw in basketball

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Running a marathon

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Playing soccer

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Dancing

Question 54

What is a key role of feedback in skill development?

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Provides information about performance, allowing for adjustments

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Is only necessary for beginners

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Encourages complacency

Question 55

Which of the following is a fundamental principle of motor learning?

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Practice makes perfect

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Learning happens in isolation

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Feedback is always positive

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Talent is the only factor that matters

Question 56

What is the distinction between declarative and procedural knowledge in skill acquisition?

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Declarative knowledge is 'knowing that', while procedural knowledge is 'knowing how'

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Procedural knowledge is only relevant to physical skills

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Declarative knowledge is more important than procedural knowledge

Question 57

Which of the following is a common error made by coaches in skill development?

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Focusing excessively on the end result rather than the developmental process

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Creating a positive learning environment

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Providing too much feedback

Question 58

What is the significance of transfer of learning in skill acquisition?

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It allows learners to utilize skills learned in one context to other related contexts

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It prevents learners from developing new skills

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It is only relevant to highly skilled performers

Question 59

What is a key benefit of periodization in skill development?

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It prevents overtraining and facilitates optimal recovery

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It is exclusively beneficial for elite athletes

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It allows for random and unstructured training sessions

Question 60

What characterizes the cognitive stage of skill acquisition?

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Conscious focus on technique execution

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Rapid skill progression

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Automatic performance

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Restrictions in skill generalization

Question 61

Which type of practice involves performing a skill in diverse contexts and scenarios?

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Variable practice

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Part practice

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Random practice

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Blocked practice

Question 62

What is the primary role of feedback in skill acquisition?

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Provision of performance information to facilitate learning

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Solely providing praise or criticism

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Exclusive use at the conclusion of practice sessions

Question 63

What is the purpose of employing mental rehearsal techniques?

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To visualize and practice a skill mentally

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To be used exclusively by experienced athletes

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To serve as a substitute for physical practice

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To have no impact on skill improvement

Question 64

What is the role of transfer of learning in skill acquisition?

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To aid in learning new skills based on previously acquired skills

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To have no impact on skill learning

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To solely hinder the learning of new skills