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question 5 (1 point)
what primarily influences a persons flexibility?
age
gender
height
genetic makeup
body temperature
question 6 (1 nai-t)
Flexibility is mainly influenced by genetic makeup. Genes play a crucial role in determining the structure and elasticity of connective tissues (like tendons and ligaments) and muscle fiber types, which are fundamental to a person's inherent flexibility. While age can reduce flexibility over time (due to factors like decreased collagen elasticity), gender (women may have more flexibility on average but it's not the primary determinant), height (not directly a core influencer), and body temperature (can temporarily affect flexibility, e.g., warm muscles are more flexible) have some impact, genetic makeup sets the baseline for an individual's potential flexibility.
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