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What is the primary purpose of fins in swimming?

To provide flotation for the upper body

To add propulsion and power to leg kicks (correct)

To increase resistance for arm exercises

To improve stroke technique and form

What is the purpose of using short fins in swimming?

To help swimmers go faster without overworking their legs (correct)

To add resistance for arm exercises

To provide flotation for the legs

To improve stroke technique and form

Which of the following statements about fins is true?

Fins fit on the feet and add propulsion to leg kicks. (correct)

Fins are used in water aerobic classes to mimic resistance exercises.

Fins are attached to the hands to add propulsion to the arm stroke.

Fins are designed to provide flotation for the upper body.

Which type of fins are recommended for beginners who want to build leg strength and ankle flexibility?

Long fins Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a recommended way to use fins as a beginner?

Use long fins to build leg strength and ankle flexibility Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using fins in swimming?

Increasing resistance for arm exercises Signup and view all the answers

How is submerging done according to the text?

Raising the arms abruptly sideward and upward Signup and view all the answers

Which method of entering the water is considered safer than diving according to the text?

Jumping feet first Signup and view all the answers

How many kick strokes per single arm movement are used in freestyle or crawl swimming according to the text?

4 to 8 Signup and view all the answers

In backstroke, how is one arm position described when pulled through the water?

Palm facing outwards Signup and view all the answers

What does the text describe as essential in the backstroke compared to the crawl stroke?

Turning back to the water alternately Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Dead Man's Float technique?

To protect the lungs and intestines from an underwater explosion Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between the Dead Man's Float and the Prone Float?

The Dead Man's Float has the body face up, while the Prone Float has the body face down Signup and view all the answers

Which floating technique is primarily used when removing shoes?

Jellyfish or Tuck Float Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the Sculling technique described in the text?

To allow a swimmer to control their body in the water without using their feet Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of Treading Water as described in the text?

To stand upright in the water and move the feet in a climbing motion Signup and view all the answers

Which floating technique is best suited for observing underwater with the head high above the water?

Prone Float Signup and view all the answers