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A fitness instructor is designing a testing protocol for a 9-year-old child. Which of the following test adaptations is MOST appropriate?

  1. Reducing the weight used in strength tests compared to adult standards
  2. Increasing the distance for running tests to build greater endurance
  3. Using the same flexibility standards as for elite adult athletes
  4. Maintaining adult protocols to prepare children for future athletic demands
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  • A is correct: Appropriate as children’s musculoskeletal systems are still developing, and using adult weights could lead to injury or improper technique.

Other Options:

  • B is incorrect: Increasing distances beyond age-appropriate levels may discourage participation and increase injury risk.
  • C is incorrect: Flexibility standards should be age-appropriate rather than compared to elite adult standards.
  • D is incorrect: Adult protocols are not developmentally appropriate for children and could lead to injury or negative experiences with physical activity.