In an Experiment in Which Long-Distance Runners Were Tested for Pain

question 117

Multiple Choice

In an experiment in which long-distance runners were tested for pain tolerance, ran a mile, and then were tested again for pain tolerance.The researchers found that

• A)only half of the runners increased their pain tolerance by a minimal amount.
• B)a little less than half of the runners could withstand pain about 70 percent longer than before.
• C)all of the runners could withstand pain about 70 percent longer than before.
• D)none of the runners increased their pain tolerance.

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