Paragraph comprehension · Difficulty 3
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. What can reasonably be inferred from the passage?
- Sudden large increases may be harder to tolerate.
- Gradual training and rest support safer adaptation.
- Rest days followed demanding sessions.
- To illustrate a measured approach to increasing activity.
Reveal answer and explanation
Sudden large increases may be harder to tolerate.
The passage supports this answer: sudden large increases may be harder to tolerate..