1.The leading cause of death between ages 25 and 44 is
A. heart disease.
B. malignant neoplasms (cancer).
C. unintentional injury.
D. chronic low-respiratory disease.
2.Nearly _______ percent of the United States population dies from heart disease, cancer, and stroke.
A. 20
B. 40
C. 60
D. 80
3.Life expectancies are not expected to continue to rise as dramatically as they have in the past due to limits in
A. medical research on longevity.
B. bioengineered food products.
C. human cellular age and reproduction.
D. production of new available medicines.
3.In the United States, the average person lives into his or her
A. fifties.
B. sixties.
C. seventies.
D. eighties.
4.Which one of the following individuals is most likely to engage in leisure-time physical activity?
A. A middle-aged male bank teller who lives in Tulsa
B. A young divorced woman with a high school diploma
C. A married young man who lives in Phoenix
D. A fifty-year old woman who works as a real estate agent
5.For women, the most accurate predictor of their length of life is
A. biological age.
B. chronological age at menopause.
C. level of physical activity.
D. nutritional intake over the past decade.
6.The _______ is a nongovernmental organization that develops guidelines on quantity and quality of exercise for adults.
A. American College of Sports Medicine
B. American Dietetic Association
C. Department of Health and Human Services
D. Centers for Disease Control
7.Life expectancies in the United States rose dramatically in the past century due to
A. improvements in public health, vaccinations, and disease prevention.
B. increased enrollment in medical training programs.
C. increased federal assistance to individuals with chronic diseases.
D. initiation of government-mandated exercise programs.
8.Physical activity is distinct from exercise because it may include activities that are
A. structured.
B. repetitive.
C. purposeful.
D. recreational.
9.Some experts believe that the average life expectancy within the United States will decline by two to five years in the near future because of
A. tobacco use.
B. alcohol consumption.
C. diabetes.
D. obesity.
10.More than _______ percent of adults do not meet the guidelines for both aerobic and muscle strengthening activities found in Healthy People 2020.
A. 20
B. 40
C. 60
D. 80
11.Which one of the following choices represents one of the dimensions of wellness?
A. Intellectual stimulation
B. Flexibility
C. Body composition
D. Endurance
I gave you a site with the first answer.
You can either Google the other questions or -- (gasp!) -- read your book.
Please post answers when you find them :)
Question 3 I suppose they mean the average baby.
all the anwsers are c
1. The leading cause of death between ages 25 and 44 is C. unintentional injury. To get this answer, you would need to look up statistics on causes of death in different age groups, such as by consulting government health websites or medical research sources.
2. Nearly D. 80 percent of the United States population dies from heart disease, cancer, and stroke. To get this answer, you would need to find data on the percentage of deaths attributed to these specific conditions in the United States, which can be found in government health reports or studies.
3. Life expectancies are not expected to continue to rise as dramatically as they have in the past due to limits in C. human cellular age and reproduction. To get this answer, you would need to consider the factors that contribute to life expectancy and any limitations that may exist, such as the aging process and reproductive capabilities.
4. The individual who is most likely to engage in leisure-time physical activity is A. A middle-aged male bank teller who lives in Tulsa. To get this answer, you would need to consider various factors such as age, gender, occupation, and location that may influence leisure-time physical activity. Information about physical activity levels in different demographics can be found in health surveys or studies.
5. For women, the most accurate predictor of their length of life is A. biological age. To get this answer, you would need to consider the different factors that contribute to lifespan, such as genetics, lifestyle choices, and overall health. Research studies on predictors of lifespan in women can provide more specific information.
6. The nongovernmental organization that develops guidelines on quantity and quality of exercise for adults is A. American College of Sports Medicine. To get this answer, you would need to be familiar with the various organizations involved in health and fitness promotion, or you could search for exercise guidelines for adults to find the specific organization responsible for developing them.
7. Life expectancies in the United States rose dramatically in the past century due to A. improvements in public health, vaccinations, and disease prevention. To get this answer, you would need to consider historical changes in healthcare and public health practices, such as advancements in medical technology, access to healthcare, and disease prevention efforts. Historical records or studies on changes in life expectancies can provide more information.
8. Physical activity is distinct from exercise because it may include activities that are D. recreational. To get this answer, you would need to consider the various types of physical activity and how they differ from structured exercise. Physical activity can encompass any movement of the body, including recreational activities like sports or hobbies.
9. Some experts believe that the average life expectancy within the United States will decline by two to five years in the near future because of D. obesity. To get this answer, you would need to consider the potential impact of different factors on life expectancy, such as lifestyle choices, healthcare trends, and population health data. Research studies, health reports, or expert opinions can provide more insight.
10. More than C. 60 percent of adults do not meet the guidelines for both aerobic and muscle strengthening activities found in Healthy People 2020. To get this answer, you would need to look up the specific guidelines for aerobic and muscle-strengthening activities set by Healthy People 2020, and then find data on the percentage of adults who meet these guidelines. This information can be found on government health websites or in health surveys.
11. One of the dimensions of wellness is C. Body composition. To get this answer, you would need to be familiar with the different dimensions of wellness, which include physical, emotional, social, intellectual, occupational, spiritual, and environmental. Body composition refers to the proportion of fat, muscle, and other tissues in the body, which is an important aspect of physical wellness.