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Why did the author of "A Ride to Fitness" discuss the psychological benefits of horseback riding while the author of the excerpt from the health and fitness magazine did not?

• In "A Ride to Fitness," the author's purpose is to persuade the reader that there are many benefits of horseback riding while the magazine author's purpose is to inform the reader about the physical benefits.

• The author of the excerpt from the health and fitness magazine does not believe there are any psychological health benefits to be gained from horseback riding, but the author of "A Ride to Fitness" does.

• The author of "A Ride to Fitness" wants to persuade the reader that the horses enjoy carrying riders just as much as the riders enjoy horseback riding, but the magazine author does not.

• Authors of magazine articles do not have enough space in the magazines to write information about unimportant topics such as the psychological benefits of horseback riding.

BOTH texts tell the reader

• that horseback riding is an effective method of exercise.

• about the hazards of horseback riding.

• the effects of horseback riding on the mind, as well as the body.

• how the leg, back, and arm muscles are used in horseback riding.

Which statement explains the difference between the health and fitness magazine excerpt and "A Ride to Fitness"?

• The first article discusses competitive horseback riding, while the second article explains how horseback riding develops muscles.

• The first article deals with the physical and mental benefits of horseback riding, while the second one explains the release of endorphins.

• The first article discusses both the physical and mental benefits of horseback riding, while the second article only deals with the physical benefits.

• The first article explains that horseback riding is pure recreation, while the second one focuses on health benefits.

First, read the dictionary definition. Then, complete the task.

Dictionary definition: (adj) 1. producing a result that is wanted

• Riders must be quick and effective in communicating with their bodies the direction they want the horse to follow.

• For example, using their seat and legs, riders deftly instruct their horses to move forward, circle, speed up, slow down, bend, and gait away from or towards an object, or in a particular direction.

• Riding horses takes skill and athletic ability, which together provide aerobic and strength–building activities.

In the text, the author uses a word that means "a skillful action or movement.

• It is a common mistake to think that the horses are doing all the work.

• . Riding a horse is much more than simply sitting on the horse;

• Riding a horse is much more than simply sitting on the horse; it requires skills that are like maneuvering a sailboat