Naya Menezes' Science Project Quiz

What was the main purpose of Naya Menezes' science project?

• To create a new type of soccer ball

• To help soccer teammates stay injury-free by testing headgear

• To win a science fair competition

• To study the effects of soccer on physical health

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Where did Naya Menezes conduct her science project?

• Scripps Ranch High School

• San Jose State University

• California Institute of Technology

• Stanford University

What issue did Naya Menezes focus on in her science project?

• The cost of soccer equipment

• The nutritional needs of soccer players

• The prevention of concussions in soccer

• The psychological effects of sports

What is a common symptom of a concussion?

• Fever

• Dizziness

• Rash

• Increased appetite

What long-term impact can concussions have?

• Improved memory

• No effect

• Long-term effects on memory and brain functions

• Faster reflexes

What device did Naya use inside the mannequin's head to measure changes in movement?

• Barometer

• Accelerometer

• Thermometer

• Hygrometer

How effective was the headgear in reducing the force of a hit at 64 kilometers per hour?

• 10 to 30 percent

• About 80 percent

• 50 percent

• Not effective at all

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At higher speeds, what was the range of effectiveness of the headgear in reducing the impact of a hit?

• 10 to 30 percent

• About 80 percent

• 50 to 70 percent

• 90 to 100 percent

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What is the purpose of the Broadcom MASTERS competition mentioned in the text?

• To connect computers to the Internet

• To bring together students with winning middle-school science-fair projects from across the United States

• To promote sports among middle-school students

• To sell headgear for sports

According to the text, why does Naya suggest increasing the surface area of headgear?

• To make the headgear lighter

• To reduce the cost of production

• To increase the chance of the ball hitting the padding

• To make the headgear more fashionable