TExES Physical Education EC-12 Practice Exam

Which TEKS movement objective is related to the Personal Fitness one-half credit course?

1. The student applies movement concepts to the learning and development of motor skills.

2. The student develops the ability to participate confidently in sports.

3. While participating in physical activity, the student applies physiological principles to improve health-related fitness.

4. The student demonstrates competency in activities such as backpacking and boating.

The correct answer is: While participating in physical activity, the student applies physiological principles to improve health-related fitness.

The selected answer is correct because it directly aligns with the goals of a Personal Fitness course, which focuses on health-related fitness. This objective emphasizes the application of physiological principles—such as understanding the impact of exercise on body systems, applying nutrition knowledge, and recognizing the benefits of physical activity—specifically aimed at enhancing health and fitness. Students in a Personal Fitness course are encouraged to improve their overall fitness levels while learning about the underlying science of physical activity. The other options, while relevant to broader physical education goals, do not specifically target the health-related focus of the Personal Fitness course in the same way. The first option is more about general motor skills development, the second option emphasizes sport participation rather than individual fitness, and the fourth option focuses on specific activities rather than the overarching goal of improving personal health and fitness through physiological understanding.