ACSM-CPT Changed 010-111 Questions

ACSM certified Personal Trainer Questions and Answers

Question 61

As described by the American College of Sports Medicine, proper technique during the push-up test involves _____.

timing the number of push-ups performed in two minutes

requiring both female and male subjects to use the toes as the pivotal point of movement

allowing a slight (20°) elbow flexion at the "top" of the movement

stopping the test when the subject strains forcibly

Question 62

Which of the following theories addresses the human need to explain why things happen in an attempt to gain control or increase predictability?

Motivation

Attribution

Transfer

Retention

Question 63

What is the standard site for the measurement of the subscapular skinfold?

Directly over the inferior angle of the scapula.

One centimeter below the inferior angle of the scapula.

Five centimeters below the inferior angle of the scapula.

Five centimeters to the left of the inferior angle of the scapula.

Question 64

What are three non-modifiable conditions that place someone at increased risk for the development of coronary artery disease?

Advanced age, gender, family history

Family history, obesity, diabetes mellitus

Gender, family history, dyslipidemia

Post-menopausal status, excessive alcohol consumption, advanced age