CSEC Integrated Science · 2007 · Paper 2 · Question 2(a)
Name TWO water-safety devices that make it easier for a person to float in the sea or pool.
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- 2(b)(i)Identify in which picture, A or B, the learner is floating in sea water.[1 mark]
- 2(b)(ii)Give ONE reason for your answer.[1 mark]
- 2(c)Define what is meant by 'aerobic' in the context of swimming.[1 mark]
- 2(d)(i)Name ONE other technique used for performance enhancement.[1 mark]
- 2(d)(ii)Explain how ANY ONE of the performance enhancement techniques could increase the performance of the swimmers.[2 marks]
- 2(d)(iii)State why performance enhancement techniques are considered to be unethical.[1 mark]
- 2(d)(iv)Suggest TWO ways in which swimmers can improve their performance without using unethical techniques.[2 marks]
- 2(d)(v)Name ONE food nutrient which should be part of the swimmer's diet.[1 mark]
- 2(d)(vi)Give ONE reason for your nutrient choice.[1 mark]
- 2(e)Explain why swimmers are advised not to eat a heavy meal before a race.[2 marks]
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