Equilibrium Concepts Quiz

Which of the following is an example of dynamic equilibrium?

• Standing still

• Floor routine

• Jumping

• Falling

Which type of balance requires set positions to be maintained?

• Dynamic balance

• Static balance

• Dynamic stability

• Static stability

What type of stability is required when an object is in motion?

• Static stability

• Dynamic stability

• Static balance

• Dynamic balance

Why is greater stability important for gymnasts, surfers, and skiers?

• To increase speed

• To stay upright and complete their movements/tricks

• To reduce energy consumption

• To improve flexibility

Why do sprinters prefer to have low stability?

• To maintain balance

• To accelerate quickly

• To conserve energy

• To improve endurance

What is the line of gravity?

• A physical line drawn on the ground

• An imaginary line through the center of gravity

• A line that measures weight

• A line that indicates speed

What is the central point of an object where weight is evenly distributed called?

• Base of support

• Line of gravity

• Center of gravity

• Mass point

What is the benefit of having a lower center of gravity?

• Less stability

• More stability

• Faster movement

• Higher jumps

What happens to stability when the area of the supporting base is increased?

• Stability decreases

• Stability remains the same

• Stability increases

• Stability becomes unpredictable

How does a person's centre of gravity change?

• It remains constant regardless of movement

• It changes with body position and movement

• It is always outside the body

• It only changes when standing still