When school-age children are tested on a battery of physical fitness tests, more than half of them fail to meet standards for adequate performance. These tests include
A) riding three miles on a bicycle.
B) swimming 500 meters.
C) doing pull-ups.
D) a two-mile jog.

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Doing pull-ups requires upper body strength and is a challenging exercise for children. If more than half of school-age children fail to meet standards for pull-ups, it is an indication of poor physical fitness. The other options such as riding a bicycle or swimming may not be as challenging for some children and may not provide a comprehensive assessment of their overall physical fitness.

When School-Age Children Are Tested on a Battery of Physical