HMS, TIP 2016 HSC 8 MC

Compared to an untrained person, a trained endurance athlete is likely to have a

lower resting heart rate.
higher resting heart rate.
increased fast-twitch fibre concentration.
decreased fast-twitch fibre concentration.

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A is correct: Endurance training strengthens the heart, reducing resting heart rate.

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B is incorrect: Training decreases resting heart rate, doesn’t increase it.
C is incorrect: Endurance training develops slow-twitch fibres, not fast-twitch.
D is incorrect: While relatively decreased, absolute numbers don’t significantly change.