Question

question 1-24
which best describes a precaution one should take when exercising in very high temperatures?
drink a sports drink
select a shady place to exercise
exercise in temperatures under 80 degrees
drink plenty of water before, during and after exercise

Explanation:

To determine the best precaution for exercising in very high temperatures, we analyze each option:

• "Drink a sports drink": While sports drinks can help with electrolytes, the primary need in high heat is hydration, and water is sufficient for most short - duration exercises. So this is not the best general precaution.
• "Select a shady place to exercise": Shade can help, but it does not address the core issue of preventing dehydration, which is crucial in high - temperature exercise.
• "Exercise in temperatures under 80 degrees": This is not a practical precaution as the question is about exercising in very high temperatures, and avoiding high temperatures altogether is not a "precaution" for when you are in high - temperature conditions.
• "Drink plenty of water before, during and after exercise": In high - temperature exercise, the body loses a large amount of water through sweating. Drinking water before, during, and after exercise is essential to prevent dehydration, heat exhaustion, and other heat - related illnesses. This is the most important and comprehensive precaution.

Answer:

D. drink plenty of water before, during and after exercise