Kate uses the Borg Scale of Perceived Exertion, which means that she _____
A)uses a standard chart to estimate the number of kcalories she is expending while exercising
B)gradually increases the pace of exercise until she is too winded to talk while exercising
C)estimates the intensity of her exercise by monitoring her heart rate in response to exercise
D)decreases her exercise routine for 1-3 minutes after achieving her target heart rate

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The Borg Scale of Perceived Exertion is a way of measuring physical activity intensity level. It is based on the physical sensations a person experiences during physical activity, including increased heart rate, increased respiration or breathing rate, sweating, and muscle fatigue. Thus, it aligns with estimating the intensity of exercise by monitoring heart rate in response to exercise.

Kate Uses the Borg Scale of Perceived Exertion, Which Means