Which of the Following Is the Purpose of the Arm

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the purpose of the arm swing in jumping?

• A) accelerate lower extremity downward to increase ground reaction force
• B) develop forward momentum
• C) transfer forward momentum to body
• D) all of the above

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