Which of the Following BEST Explains Why Individuals with the Female

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following BEST explains why individuals with the female athlete triad have an increased risk for fractures?

• A) decreased estrogen production leads to loss of bone mass
• B) frequent electrolyte imbalance leads to seizures and falls
• C) depressed levels of cortisol disrupt calcium regulation
• D) abnormal thyroid levels reduce bone-mineral building

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Definitions:

Performance-Avoid Orientation

A focus on avoiding tasks due to fear of failure, leading to a tendency to sidestep challenges to prevent a poor performance evaluation.

Expectancy Theory

A motivational theory suggesting that individuals are motivated to act in certain ways based on the expectation that their actions will lead to desired outcomes.

Living Standards

Living standards refer to the level of wealth, comfort, material goods, and necessities available to a person or community.

Psychological Needs

The fundamental emotional or mental requirements that individuals need to achieve well-being and contentment.