Gait and Bipedal Locomotion Quiz

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What is the main characteristic of bipedal locomotion?

  • Alternating action between two lower extremities (correct)
  • Synchronized action between two lower extremities
  • Alternating action between one lower extremity and one upper extremity
  • Alternating action between two upper extremities

During the gait cycle, which phase covers the period when the foot leaves the ground till just before initial contact?

  • Miswing
  • Loading response
  • Initial swing (correct)
  • Terminal swing

What is the primary function of the stance phase in the gait cycle?

  • Foot positioning for the next step
  • Deceleration of the body forward
  • Acceleration of the body forward
  • Supporting phase (weight-bearing) (correct)

Which phase of the gait cycle involves the limb being straight and body weight positioned over the lower limb?

<p>Terminal swing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of the control of foot movement in gait?

<p>To prevent tripping or falling (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which phase of the gait cycle involves from maximum knee flexion till a vertical tibial position?

<p>Midstance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During which specific interval of gait is there single limb support for 40% of the gait cycle?

<p>Terminal double stance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What defines the Running cycle in terms of gait?

<p>A faster pace involving minimal contact with the ground (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does the Gait Intervals & timing play in understanding human motion?

<p>Measuring energy expenditure during various phases of walking (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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