Paragraph comprehension · Difficulty 2
Try this ASVAB-style question.
Choose your answer before opening the explanation. This original practice item is for preparation and does not reproduce an official test question.
A runner increased weekly distance gradually instead of doubling it at once. The slower increase allowed time to adapt and made it easier to notice soreness early. Rest days were included between demanding sessions. Which statement is directly supported by the passage?
- To illustrate a measured approach to increasing activity.
- Rest days followed demanding sessions.
- Gradual training and rest support safer adaptation.
- Sudden large increases may be harder to tolerate.
Reveal answer and explanation
Rest days followed demanding sessions.
The passage supports this answer: rest days followed demanding sessions..