Question

directions
answer the question below to check your understanding and move forward in the course! this quiz is not graded.

how many minutes of physical activity do kids and adolescents 6-17 years old need per day?
select the correct answer
300 minutes
60 minutes
it depends
30 minutes

Explanation:

Identify the physical activity guidelines for youth

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) physical activity guidelines, children and adolescents aged 6 through 17 years should do 60 minutes (1 hour) or more of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity daily.

Evaluate the given options

• 300 minutes: Incorrect, this is far beyond the daily recommendation.
• 60 minutes: Correct, matches the standard guidelines for youth.
• It depends: Incorrect, there is a specific established guideline.
• 30 minutes: Incorrect, this is below the recommended daily amount for this age group.

Answer:

• 300 minutes
• 60 minutes (Correct answer)
• It depends
• 30 minutes