NASM-CPT MCQ

Question 1

Kim was a copywriter for a central advertising agency before pursuing her studies to become a NASM Certified Personal Trainer.
She is currently seeking other income sources as she works as a personal trainer at a fitness center.
Which would give her the most opportunities to raise her income?

Accepted Answer

Marketing her services as a writer to create blogs and social media posts for her studio as well as other fitness professionals in her area

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College football conditioning coach

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College instructor

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Becoming an NASM Master Instructor

Question 2

How should a sales presentation with a prospective customer be wrapped up?

Accepted Answer

Asking for the sale and scheduling the first session

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Swapping social media handles so the trainer and client can follow each other

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Asking the member for a personal phone number to use to follow up via texting

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Agreeing to call the potential client in 2 days to follow up

Question 3

What should you do immediately following a potential employer interview?

Accepted Answer

Sending a handwritten thank-you letter or an email

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Having a parent call to ask about the interview results

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Texting the hiring manager to thank them for their time during the interview

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Posting a note on social media saying how much fun it was to interview and how cool it would be to work for the company

Question 4

Which common cause of death can be avoided the most?

Accepted Answer

Obesity

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Stroke

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Dementia

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Cancer

Question 5

What kind of health issue is the world's leading cause of death right now?

Accepted Answer

Chronic diseases and conditions

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Injuries

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Alcohol

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Acute diseases

Question 6

The human body has a special capacity to adapt to stress and alter its physiological processes as needed to preserve optimal health. What is the name of this procedure?

Accepted Answer

Homeostasis

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Neuromuscular efficiency

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Excitation-contraction coupling

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Fight-or-flight response

Question 7

Why is it that NASM Certified Personal Trainers must complete ongoing education?

Accepted Answer

To guarantee that fitness experts remain current on the most recent insights and discoveries in the field.

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To encourage financial success for certifying bodies and the fitness sector.

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To comply with federal regulations requiring allied health professionals to obtain continuing education units.

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To improve the standing and reputation of fitness professionals in the fitness industry.