NSCA Personal Trainer Exam Prep - Question List

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16. Which type of muscle arrangement resembles the layout of a feather, with angled fibers?
  1. Radiate
  2. Fusiform
  3. Pennate
  4. Longitudinal
17. Which of the following correctly indicates the two factors that make up fluid resistance?
  1. Surface drag and form drag
  2. Form drag and friction
  3. Friction and bracketing
  4. Liquid and gas
18. All of the following are factors that affect adaptations to resistance training EXCEPT?
  1. Specificity
  2. Diet
  3. Age
  4. Genetics
19. Which of the following changes in the body’s relationship to insulin could greatly affect the status of a diabetic’s health as aging occurs?
  1. Increased sensitivity to insulin due to long term aerobic training
  2. Decreased sensitivity to insulin due to long term aerobic training
  3. Greater rate of insulin secretion
  4. Increased cooperation between insulin and other hormones within the endocrine system
20. What is the most commonly recommended daily intake of carbohydrates for non-performance individuals?
  1. 15-20 grams per kilogram of body weight
  2. 8-10 grams per kilogram of body weight
  3. 5-6 grams per kilogram of body weight
  4. 2-3 grams per kilogram of body weight

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