Question

jamie and scott did sit - ups, push - ups, and curl - ups, and then compared the information to find out who had better ______.
a endurance, using the calisthenic method
b strength, using the max 1 rpm method
c strength, using the absolute method
d endurance, using the maxing out method

please select the best answer from the choices provided.

a
b
c
d

Explanation:

Sit - ups, push - ups, and curl - ups are calisthenic exercises (exercises using body weight). These exercises are more related to testing endurance (how long one can perform repetitive movements) rather than strength (which is more about maximum force). The calisthenic method is used to assess endurance in such body - weight exercises. Option B's “max 1 RPM method” is not a standard method for this, option C's absolute method is for maximum strength (not what these exercises test), and option D's maxing out method is for strength testing (not endurance). So the correct answer is A.

Answer:

A. endurance, using the calisthenic method