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WorksheetsTSAC-F Testing, Assessment, and Evaluation
Total questions: 110
Worksheet time: 55mins
Which of the following methods focuses on people who complete a JST in the fastest time, thereby having a greater work capacity? P147
Normative Reference Approach
Absolute Comparison Method
Differential Scoring Technique
Rating of Performance Method
What is the minimum time a Marine must maintain the flexed-arm hang to meet the muscular strength standard? P151
15 sec
20 sec
10 sec
25 sec
In a physical fitness evaluation for a tactical athlete, what muscular quality is measured by the number of push-ups completed within two minutes? P137
Strength
Power
Endurance
Speed
During a comprehensive fitness assessment, when should the muscular endurance test be administered? P144
At the beginning of the testing session, before any other tests
After agility and maximal strength tests but before fatiguing anaerobic and aerobic capacity tests
Immediately after the aerobic capacity test
What is the first consideration for a TSAC facilitator when creating a training plan for military personnel? P528
Injury histroy
Aerobic fitness
Training goals
Unit mission
Your tactical athlete just completed an agility assessment using the T-test. According to proper test sequencing, which of the following assessments should be performed next? P144
1RM bench press
Push up test
300 meter sprint
The Canadian Armed Forces awards a performance pin to the top 0.1% of tactical athletes. This type of incentive is most likely to appeal to which form of motivation? P146
Introjected motivation
External motivation
Identified motivation
In the order of exercise testing, which type of test comes after a maximum power and strength test? P144
Muscular endurance
Non-fatiguing
Sprint
Fatiguing anaerobic capacity
The T-test is a predictive field test that is used to measure which of the following physical characteristics? P139
Muscular endurance
Aerobic fitness
Muscular power
Agility
Which of the following is not typically used as a field test for flexibility in tactical athletes? P139
Y balance test
Sit and reach
T test
Ensuring that a test measures the ability it is intended to measure is known as what? P142-143
Construct validity
Test retest reliability
Content validity
Which of the following tests is not typically used to assess muscular power? P139
Standing broad jump
Incremental dynamic lift
Vertical jump
Which of the following is not considered a core component of long-term tactical athlete development, as adapted from Scofield and Kardouni? P136
Sustaining both general and occupational physical preparedness for long-term readiness
Applying occupation-specific strength and conditioning programs to enhance job performance
Maintaining aerobic conditioning as the primary focus throughout the career span
How many 1RM attempts should be made before finding one's true 1RM value? P418
3-5 attempts
6-8 attempts
1-2 attempts
Which of the following is not a primary purpose of physical assessments for tactical athletes? P136
Diagnosing chronic diseases and prescribing medical treatment
Determining suitability for physically demanding occupational roles
Evaluating physical preparedness to perform job-specific tasks
A trainer selects agility tests in order to assess a group of tactical athletes. Of the following, which test measures agility? p139
Standing broad jump
T test
40 yard dash
Which of the following is not a limitation to using difference scores to judge the effectiveness of a training program? P149-150
Athletes may purposefully fail to give maximum effort in the pretraining tests in order to boost scores
Athletes may incorrectly calculate their pretest and posttest scores
Untrained athletes may improve far more than previously trained athletes
What would be the median of the following scores?
2, 9, 3, 7, 3, 6, 2, 12
P146-147
3
6
4.5
Which of the following is not considered a predictive field test for assessing occupational readiness in tactical populations? P138
Ladder climb with load
Casualty evacuation while wearing full gear
VO₂ max treadmill test
To effectively motivate tactical athletes using rewards, which of the following best aligns with Self-Determination Theory? P146
Rewards are most effective when they are realistic, aligned with personal goals, and reinforce internal values
Rewards should highlight superiority and create competitive pressure to enhance performance
Rewards should be frequent and performance-based, regardless of personal meaning, to maintain consistency
Which of the following is not one of the pros of job-simulation tests? P142
May be a learning curve with performance
Facilitates training for the job
Easily understood by the workforce
Has high face validity
Which of the following tests is not typically used to assess muscular strength in tactical populations? P139
Pull up test
Handgrip dynamometer
Burpee test
Which of the following best describes the concept of physical preparedness for tactical athletes? P136
Following a structured training program that develops cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength
The ability to complete job-specific fitness tests at a passing level
A combination of health, physical capacity, and skill that supports effective performance under unpredictable and demanding job conditions
Why was the Physical Achievement Test introduced by the military in 1957? P139
To evaluate physical readiness in combat units after basic training, since the Physical Fitness Test (PFT) was no longer mandatory
To replace the Army Physical Fitness Test as the standard for new recruits
To assess technical and tactical skills alongside physical abilities in advanced combat training
Which of the following refers to a test’s ability to consistently produce the same results under the same conditions? P142
Validity
Reliability
Specificity
Which of the following best reflects the guideline for scheduling physical readiness testing within a tactical training program? P145
Testing should align with peak operational demands to measure performance in real-world conditions
Testing should be timed with training cycles and operational tempo to avoid fatigue-related performance suppression
Testing should occur at random intervals to capture realistic, unscripted performance under stress
A tactical athlete trains daily because they believe completing the program will improve job performance and reflects their personal values. What type of extrinsic motivation does this represent? P146
Introjected regulation
External regulation
Identified regulation
Which of the following tests should be used to assess one's anaerobic capacity? P144
300 m run
40 yard dash
Countermovement vertical jump
Which of the following is known as the circumstance in which a group of differences in performance relative to common standards results in a disproportionate failure rate in a subgroup? P148
Adverse impact
Competency equilibrium
Skill uniformity
Performance parity
Which of the following is not one of the physical fitness requirements for the military? P136
Running broad jump
12-foot fence climb
Hand grenade throw
100-yard dash
What is the median of these scores?
12, 4, 5, 12, 10, 8, 11, 10
P146-147
9
10
11
12
Which of the following fitness tests continues to be used by most U.S. firefighting departments? P137
Candidate Physical Ability Test
Emergency Response Fitness Assessment
Tactical Response Physical Evaluation
Operational Firefighting Competency Exam
Which of the following is the most effective method for assessing muscular strength in a tactical athlete? P140
Number of push-ups performed in two minutes
Total number of repetitions with 60% of body weight on the bench press
Maximum weight lifted in a 1-repetition maximum (1RM) test
Which of the following is not a component of the U.S. Marine Corps Combat Fitness Test (CFT)? P153
800-yard movement to contact course
1.5-mile run
Maneuver under fire course
A tactical athlete performs a battery of tests in order to assess her physical performance. Which of the following would be the correct order for tests? P143-144
40-yard sprint, vertical jump, 12-minute run
Vertical jump, 40-yard sprint, 12-minute run
12-minute run, vertical jump, 40-yard sprint
When testing upper body 1RM, how much weight is usually added to the load after a successful one-repetition attempt? P140
30-40 pounds
5-10 pounds
9-20 pounds
Which type of test is insufficiently sensitive for predicting extended load carriage capacity? P543-547
Body composition
Strength
Power
Aerobic fitness
What is a key limitation of relying solely on fitness-component tests to assess tactical readiness? P149
They provide too much emphasis on flexibility and mobility over strength and power
They underestimate improvements in neuromuscular coordination and reaction time
They may cause tactical athletes to prioritize test preparation over operational preparedness
According to U.S. Navy fitness standards, what is the maximum allowable body fat percentage for a 22-year-old female service member? P154
23%
30%
34%
40%
In the Margaria-Kalamen test, what is the height requirement for the steps? P136-137
10 inches
12 inches
7 inches
9 inches
Which of the following is the proper sequence for conducting tests in a physical fitness battery for tactical athletes? P143
40-yard sprint, 1RM bench press, 300-meter run, T-test
1RM bench press, T-test, 300-meter run, 40-yard sprint
T-test, 1RM bench press, 40-yard sprint, 300-meter run
300-meter run, 40-yard sprint, T-test, 1RM bench press
An athlete is attending a training session with his trainer and is instructed to prepare for a battery of tests. What performance measurement is being tested during the 12-minute run? P139-140
Anaerobic capacity
Local muscular endurance
Aerobic capacity
Which of the following represents the minimum fitness standards for a 22-year-old male in terms of body fat percentage for the US Navy? P154
18%
23%
28%
32%
A trainer is planning to evaluate a group of new tactical athletes. All of the following should be used to generate an athletic profile except: P145
Select tests that are closely related to the parameters of the sport
Administer the test to as few athletes as possible
Choose valid and reliable tests
Which of the following represents the correct order of testing in a physical fitness battery to ensure valid and reliable results? P139,143
300 m (328 yd) run, 40 yd (37 m) sprint, T-test, 1RM bench press
T-test, 1RM bench press, 40 yd (37 m) sprint, 300 m (328 yd) run
1RM bench press, T-test, 300 m (328 yd) run, 40 yd (37 m) sprint
Which of the following is not a predictive field test to measure flexibility? P139
Sit and reach
Y balance
Functional movement screen
Beep test
An athlete completes a battery of tests in order to compare his performance to those scoring below him. What type of descriptive data would best describe his results? P147-148
Percentile rank
Central tendency
Variability
To ensure consistency and fairness across all participants during physical testing, how should test instructions and demonstrations be prepared? P144
Script
Presentation deck
Memorandum
After Kara performs her first standing long jump, where at the foot is a marker placed to determine the length she has jumped? P139
There is no marker placed until the third attempt
The toes
The heel
Which of the following is a pro of fitness-component tests? P142
Tend to have limited predictive power
Tests are twice removed from the job
Data can be used for test results that facilitate exercise prescription
Applied standard is typically age and gender stratifies
According to the 1974 NFPA Standard 1001, which of the following was included as a minimum physical fitness requirement for entrance into fire service? P137
Walking a 20-foot beam while carrying 20 pounds of hose
Running two miles in under 15 minutes
Performing 50 push-ups in 60 seconds
To pass the physical fitness requirements test to enter into fire service, how much weight will your tactical athlete need to lift and carry for 100 feet without stopping? P137
115 lb
105 lb
95 lb
125 lb
When testing athletic abilities, the testing must be reliable. What is reliability? P142-143
The extent to which test scores are associated with some other measure of the same ability
The measure of the degree of consistency or repeatability of a test
The degree to which a test or test item measures what it is supposed to measure
A tactical athlete is recovering from a lower-body injury and cannot complete a standard 1.5-mile run to assess aerobic capacity. Which of the following tests is the most appropriate alternative? P143
Wingate anaerobic cycling test
Stationary cycling VO₂ submaximal test
Reactive strength index test
After completing the first warm-up set during a one-repetition maximum (1RM) muscular strength test, how much weight should typically be added for subsequent sets? P140
4 to 9 kg (9 to 20 lbs) for upper body; 14 to 18 kg (31 to 40 lbs) for lower body
6 to 12 kg (13 to 26 lbs) for upper body; 18 to 22 kg (40 to 48 lbs) for lower body
2 to 5 kg (4 to 11 lbs) for upper body; 8 to 12 kg (18 to 26 lbs) for lower body
What is the recommended order for conducting multiple physical fitness tests in a single session to ensure valid and reliable results? P144
Maximum power → Nonfatiguing tests → Sprint → Muscular endurance → Agility → Aerobic capacity → Anaerobic capacity
Nonfatiguing tests → Agility → Maximum power and strength → Sprint → Muscular endurance → Anaerobic capacity → Aerobic capacity
Aerobic capacity → Muscular endurance → Agility → Nonfatiguing tests → Sprint → Maximum power → Anaerobic capacity
Which test is used to assess muscular strength for tactical athletes? P151
300 yard shuttle
Vertical jump
Beep test
3RM squat
Which of the following is considered one of the best predictors of physical performance while wearing versus not wearing body armor among military personnel? P139
Muscle strength
Muscle endurance
Body fat
Training program
What type of extrinsic motivation is characterized by a person being driven by social recognition, such as receiving a medal or T-shirt to acknowledge an accomplishment? P145
Introjected
Identified
External
Which of the following factors most directly determines how often physical fitness tests should be administered to tactical athletes? P145
The number of personnel available to administer the test
The athlete’s age and gender
The purpose of the test being conducted
How long are each of the sides of the hexagon test? P380-387
20 in
24 in
24 feet
20 feet
According to U.S. Army standards, what is the minimum number of push-ups required for a 22-year-old male to pass the muscular endurance test? P151
19
42
50
60
Which of the following is not one of predictive field tests for muscular strength? P139
Pull up
Incremental dynamic lift
Burpee
Push up
Which of the following best explains a key reason for including a warm-up prior to a physical performance test? P145
It minimizes post-exercise soreness by increasing blood lactate levels
It improves movement efficiency and provides insight into participant readiness
It reduces central nervous system fatigue during the final stages of the test
Which of the following best describes how aerobic endurance is typically measured during a fitness assessment? P139
The volume of oxygen consumed per kilogram of body weight per minute
The amount of carbon dioxide expelled per breath
The number of laps completed in 12 minutes
During a one-repetition maximum (1RM) strength test for a tactical athlete, what is the recommended starting weight for the first warm-up set relative to the athlete’s predicted 1RM? P140
50%
30%
40%
20%
Which of the following is not one of the components of a fitness assessment for tactical athletes? P138
Cognitive reasoning test
Evaluation of general fitness
Evaluation of occupational fitness
Health screening
Which of the following is not typically included as a minimum physical standard in traditional military physical fitness tests? P136
Running broad jump
1.5 mile run
100 yard dash
What is the key principle for achieving the desired training effect to ensure job relevance? P554
Specificity
Attainability
Measureability
Vaariability
What form of extrinsic motivation involves the desire for social acknowledgment through awards like medals or accomplishment-themed t-shirts? P146
Participartory
Introjected
Identified
External
Activities lasting between 30 and 90 seconds are most likely testing what performance variable? P144
Anaerobic capacity
Local muscular endurance
Aerobic capacity
Which environmental condition is the human body unable to adapt to? P527
Humod
Cold
Hot
Dry
A test is administered one or more times during the training period to assess progress and modify the program as needed to maximize benefit. What is this test called? P136-137
Pretest
Formative evaluation
Midtest
What is the formula for BMI? P110
[weight (pounds) / height (inches)2 ] x 703
[weight (pounds) / height (m)2 ] x 703
[weight (kg) / height (inches)2 ] x 703
n the Margaria-Kalamen test, which two stairs have timers placed on them? P153
Third and ninth
First and ninth
Sixth and ninth
Jody is an athlete who is transferring from a cold climate to a hot climate. What is the minimum amount of time she should wait to acclimatize to the heat before testing occurs? P527
One week
Two weeks
Three weeks
Four weeks
A trainer is testing the agility and strength of a group of athletes in a strength and conditioning facility. Which of the following is considered a high-speed strength test? P140
1RM back squat
Maximum number of sit-ups
Broad jump
Which of the following is the legally defensible test for law enforcement? P138
Comprehensive Agility and Power Trial (CAPT)
Functional Response Test (FRT)
Physical Abilities Requirement Evaluation (PARE)
Maximum Physical Endurance Evaluation (MPEE)
Laying out specific guidelines on depth when testing an athlete in the push-up test is clearing up what type of reliability? P143-145
Intrasubject variability
Interrater reliability
Discriminant reliability
What would be the calculated single-repetition maximum (1RM) for a soldier who can back squat 250 pounds for five repetitions, rounding down to the nearest whole number in pounds? P524-225
291 pounds
287 pounds
258 pounds
327 pounds
A trainer would like to test an athlete's muscular endurance. Which of the following tests would be the best option to measure local muscular endurance? P139-140
Running test
Beep test
Push up test
When recording the number of push-ups performed by an incoming army recruit, you, as the tester, are more lenient on depth of the push-ups than you were with the last recruit. What type of variability is this? P143-145
Interrater agreement
Intrasubject variability
Intrarater variability
The beep test is a predictive field test for which of the following physical characteristics? P139
Muscular strength
Aerobic fitness
Muscular power
Flexibility
When creating an assessment for an incoming army recruit, how would you describe his training status if he has lifted for the last six months consistently for three days a week? P136-137
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
To test local muscular endurance, which of the following options would be best to incorporate into your testing protocol? P139
1.5 mile run
Push up test
Barbell squat 1 RM
Which of the following are the times to beat for men and women, respectively, during the Illinois Agility Test at the U.S. Federal Law Enforcement Training Center? 151
17.57 s / 19.11 s
19.37 s / 21.41 s
18.07 s / 20.21 s
16.27 s / 18.31 s
Because Daniel has a good countermovement jump ability, coach Mike thinks he will be a great asset to the team for rebounding. What is Mike using to determine this? P142-143
Predictive validity
Convergent validity
Discriminant validity
Which of the following predictive field tests would be the best option to measure agility? P139
Squat
Push up
Beep test
300 yard shuttle run
To enter the SEALs, what is the time to beat when completing the 1.5-mile run test? P519
11:00
11:30
12:00
10:30
Provide the range of the following scores:
4.5, 8, 6.5, 7.5, 6, 4.5, 3.5
P146-147
5.5
4
4.5
7
When performing a predictive field test, the trainer instructs the athletes in a series of activities that test their agility. Which of the following tests would be appropriate to test for this physical characteristic? P139
Vertical jump
300 yd shuttle run
Beep test
An athlete is testing for the 1RM back squat. How long should he rest between one- repetition attempts? P140
30 sec to 1 min
2-3 minutes
3-5 minutes
What is not a factor in selecting performance tests? P136-137
Sex
Age
Weight
Which of the following is not an example of a maximum muscular power test? P139-140
1RM back squat
Vertical jump
Broad jup
Provide the mode of the following scores:
10, 11, 11, 9, 7, 10, 6, 9, 10, 7
P146-147
9
10
11
Which of the following is the minimum number of sit-ups that a female or male should be able to complete during muscular endurance testing for the US Army? P151
45 sit-ups
35 sit-ups
50 sit-ups
40 sit-ups
What is the maximum number of partial curl-ups one is allowed during the partial curl-up test? P153
100
50
75
25
Which of the following is not one of the physical fitness requirements for entrance into the fire service? P137
25 bent-knee sit-ups in 90 seconds
10 push-ups
5 pull-ups
Running 2.5 miles
Which of the following performance tests requires a metronome? P242
Chin up
Partial curl up
Push up
What is the testing sequence for those tactical athletes who want to enter the Navy? P518
1.5-mile run, curl-ups, and push-ups
Curl-ups, push-ups, 1.5-mile run
Push-ups, 1.5-mile run, curl-ups
1.5-mile run, curl-ups, push-ups
Studies show that firefighting job performance is significantly correlated with all the following except: P139
400 meter sprint time
Bent row endurance
Squat power
Bench press strength
Which of the following predictive field tests is not used to measure muscular power? P139
Standing broad jump
Medicine ball throw
Vertical jump
T test
n statistics, what is considered the degree of dispersion of scores within a group? P143-145
Mode
Scale
Variability
What is the longest length for which speed tests can be performed? P345
100 yards
300 meters
200 meters
What is the ACSM standard depth for males in the push-up test? P143-151
When the arms are parallel with the ground
When the chest makes contact with the recorder's fist held vertically against the ground
When the chest hits an 8-inch foam roller placed under the athlete's chest
Which of the following is the minimum number of yards for the sandbag drag during muscular strength testing for the Canadian Armed Forces? P151
42 yards
12 yards
22 yards
32 yards
What is the mean of the following scores?
12, 4, 5, 12, 10, 8, 11, 10
P146-147
8
9
10
12
When test participants understand the reason for a test and believe that the test is an accurate measure of their ability, that test can be said to have which of the following? P141-143
Construct validity
Content validity
Face validity
What performance test needs a space of 25 yards to administer? P374
Hexagon test
300 yard shuttle
T test
A group of athletes perform a battery of tests in order to gauge their physical abilities. The following numbers are the results. What is the mode of the following scores?
18, 22, 7, 8, 11, 13, 12, 9, 10
P146-147
There is no mode
7
22
10
