HMS, TIP EQ-Bank 017 MC

Which row in the table identifies the recording option that provides the most effective data for monitoring an athlete's training and performance?

\begin{align*}
\begin{array}{l}
\rule{0pt}{2.5ex} \ \rule[-1ex]{0pt}{0pt}& \\
\rule{0pt}{2.5ex}\textbf{A.}\rule[-1ex]{0pt}{0pt}\\
\rule{0pt}{2.5ex}\textbf{B.}\rule[-1ex]{0pt}{0pt}\\
\textbf{}\rule[-1ex]{0pt}{0pt}\\
\rule{0pt}{2.5ex}\textbf{C.}\rule[-1ex]{0pt}{0pt}\\
\rule{0pt}{2.5ex}\textbf{D.}\rule[-1ex]{0pt}{0pt}\\
\end{array}
\begin{array}{|l|l|}
\hline
\rule{0pt}{2.5ex}\quad \ \ \ \textit{Recording option}\rule[-1ex]{0pt}{0pt}& \quad \quad\quad\quad\quad\quad\quad\quad\quad \textit{Data} \\
\hline
\rule{0pt}{2.5ex}\text{Heart rate monitor}\rule[-1ex]{0pt}{0pt}&\text{Aerobic and anaerobic thresholds}\\
\hline
\rule{0pt}{2.5ex}\text{GPS tracking unit}\rule[-1ex]{0pt}{0pt}& \text{Distance covered during training and number of}\\
\rule[-1ex]{0pt}{0pt}& \text{calories burnt}\\
\hline
\rule{0pt}{2.5ex}\text{Athlete reflection activity}\rule[-1ex]{0pt}{0pt}& \text{Rate of perceived exertion during training} \\
\hline
\rule{0pt}{2.5ex}\text{Smart watch}\rule[-1ex]{0pt}{0pt}& \text{Approximate measurement of distance and steps} \\
\hline
\end{array}
\end{align*}

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\(A\)

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A is correct. Heart rate monitors provide data about aerobic and anaerobic thresholds, enabling monitoring of training intensity zones for optimal performance.

Other options:

B is incorrect. Distance and calories don’t indicate training intensity or physiological stress – two athletes could cover the same distance with vastly different effort levels.
C is incorrect. Rate of perceived exertion is subjective and influenced by mood and external factors, lacking objectivity for precise training monitoring.
D is incorrect. Approximate measurements are too general for serious athletic training and don’t provide insight into training intensity or physiological responses.