Swimming is a high-impact activity that affects skeletal growth

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


False

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Which of the following statements about insulin resistance and pre-diabetes is TRUE?

A. About 10 percent of people with pre-diabetes will go on to develop type 2 diabetes. B. Elevated blood glucose levels associated with pre-diabetes do not increase heart attack risk, but levels associated with full-blown diabetes do. C. Risk of a heart attack or stroke is increased by 50 percent. D. Treatment with medication is more important than lifestyle measures for people with pre-diabetes.

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Define physical activity and exercise, and describe the differences between them. Give at least three specific examples of each.

What will be an ideal response?

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The most effective relaxation technique is one that ____

a. is inexpensive and easy to master b. activates the sympathetic nervous system c. results in a more restful sleep d. increases the need for oxygen e. matches a person's preferred way of mental processing

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At what point, after a student suicide, should the school hold an assembly?

A. never B. 6-10 days after, to allow emotions to stabilize C. as soon as possible, with permission of the family D. a few days later

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