CPT Practice Exam

Increases the angle at a joint

Decreases the angle at a joint

Moves the body away from the midline

Elevates a body part

200 muscles

500 muscles

700 muscles

Over 1,000

An erect body position should be maintained at all times

Always check for a stable base of support

Both A and B

None of the above

Head is placed firmly on the bench

Shoulders and upper back should be firm and even on the bench

Feet are flat on the floor

Buttocks is lifted off the bench

2 to 3 days

3 to 4 days

4 to 7 days

As often as they want

Muscular strength and muscle size

Muscle size and power

Muscle strength and flexibility

Muscle size and flexibility

Dispense medication

Help set realistic training goals

Collect health status information

Motivate and inspire

Muscle soreness

Fatigue

Weakness

All of the above

2 to 3 times per week

3 to 4 times per week

4 to 7 times per week

Twice a day

You should always use a spotter

When lifting for power movements

When your client asks you not to

When you are not in the mood

Practice Exam

1. Which describes the joint movement of the flexor muscles?

2. How many muscles are in your body (roughly)?

3. Which of the following factors are important for proper body alignment?

4. Which of the following is not true when using proper form?

5. How often should beginners exercise per week in general?

6. What are the two primary physiological responses to resistance exercise?

7. Which one of these is not within your scope of responsibilities?

8. What are the most common signs of Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS)?

9. How many days per week should you recommend exercise for an experienced lifter?

10. When is the only time you shouldn’t use a spotter?