Ginger is taking gym class, and her teacher has students doing several physical tasks to determine if they are developing normally in their motor skills. One of those tasks is a standing jump. If Ginger is 11-years-old and is typical of other girls her age, she should be able to jump a distance of about ____ inches.
A) 36
B) 48
C) 60
D) 72

Question

Ginger is taking gym class, and her teacher has students doing several physical tasks to determine if they are developing normally in their motor skills. One of those tasks is a standing jump. If Ginger is 11-years-old and is typical of other girls her age, she should be able to jump a distance of about ____ inches.
A) ​36
B) ​48
C) ​60
D) ​72

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

According to the CDC, the average standing long jump distance for an 11-year-old girl is around 60 inches. Therefore, choice C is the best answer.

Ginger Is Taking Gym Class, and Her Teacher Has Students