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CAPE Exercise Science & Motor Development Flashcards

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  1. Which term describes the sequential, predictable order in which motor skills develop in children?

    Answer: Developmental sequence

    Motor development follows a predictable developmental sequence progressing from reflexive to voluntary movement control.

  2. What is the primary energy system used during a short, maximal-effort 10-second sprint?

    Answer: Phosphagen (ATP-PC) system

    The phosphagen system provides rapid ATP for high-intensity activities lasting up to approximately 10 seconds.

  3. Which reflexive pattern must be integrated for a child to develop voluntary rolling from supine to prone?

    Answer: Asymmetrical tonic neck reflex (ATNR)

    The ATNR, which turns the arm and leg to match head rotation, must integrate before voluntary rolling can emerge.

  4. An adapted physical educator notices a student with Down syndrome has low muscle tone. Which term describes this condition?

    Answer: Hypotonia

    Hypotonia refers to abnormally decreased muscle tone and is commonly associated with Down syndrome.

  5. Which FITT principle component refers to how hard a person exercises during physical activity?

    Answer: Intensity

    Intensity describes the degree of effort or exertion applied during an exercise session.

  6. What is the term for the minimum exercise threshold needed to produce a training adaptation?

    Answer: Threshold stimulus

    A threshold stimulus is the minimum level of exercise stress required to elicit a physiological training response.

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