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The wellness concept defines health as the absence of disease
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False
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Self-confidence is one characteristic of a person who possesses good emotional health.
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True
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In 1900, a person was most likely to die of a chronic disease
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True
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Prevention is the most effective way of dealing with chronic disease.
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True
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A goal of The Healthy People Initiative is to eliminate health disparities among Americans.
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True
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Most health problems occur at the same rate for men and women
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False
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Regular exercise is a crucial factor in preventing chronic disease
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True
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An external locus of control reinforces motivation and commitment during a behavior change program.
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False
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People in the contemplation stage of change are planning to take action within a month.
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False
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The terms “exercise” and “physical activity” are synonymous
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False
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The benefits of exercise extend beyond disease prevention
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True
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Muscular strength is the ability to sustain a given level of muscular tension for a long period of time or to contract a muscle repeatedly.
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False
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Coordination is considered a health-related component of fitness
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False
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Balance is considered a skill-related component of fitness.
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True
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Specificity is the principle which states that placing increasing amounts of stress on the body causes adaptations which improves fitness.
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False
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