Question

based on the stated expectations of the sit-and-reach test, which of the following is true?
a. men are generally more flexible than women
b. women are generally more flexible than men
c. men and women are about equally flexible
d. no broad conclusions can be drawn about flexibility
please select the best answer from the choices provided.
a
b
c
d

Explanation:

The sit - and - reach test is used to measure flexibility. In general, physiological and fitness - related research shows that women tend to have greater flexibility than men, especially in terms of lower body and hamstring flexibility which the sit - and - reach test assesses. Option A is incorrect as men are not generally more flexible. Option C is incorrect as there is a general difference in flexibility between genders. Option D is incorrect as broad conclusions about gender - based flexibility in the context of sit - and - reach can be drawn.

Answer:

B. Women are generally more flexible than men