Which of the following statements best explains why the standing long jump is a test of power? a. the distance jumped is directly related to leg power. b. the test does not require any other fitness skills. c. most power-oriented fitness tests are focused on the legs. d. the standing long jump is the only reliable test of leg power.

A.  The distance jumped is directly related to leg power.

Explanation:

The five main constituents of the long jump: the approach run, the two strides, takeoff, movement in the air, and landing.

A long-jump is an event of track in which the athletes combine their speed, strength, and flexibility. The five main components of the long jump include: running, takeoff, action in the air and final landing on the floor.

The test of the power of the standing long jump can be identified by the distance jumped. This represents the speed, flexibility, and power of legs to facilitate the stretch of legs and have a standing mode landing.

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