ACSM Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist

Here you have the best ACSM 040-444 practice exam questions

You have 367 total questions across 74 pages (5 per page)
These questions were last updated on February 13, 2026
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Question 1 of 367

The C-shaped cartilages of the trachea allow all of the following to occur EXCEPT __________.

Ciliated movement of mucus-secreting cells.

Distention of the esophagus.

Maintenance of open airway.

Prevention of tracheal collapse during pressure changes.

Question 2 of 367

Functions of bone include all of the following EXCEPT __________.

Support for the body.

Protection of organs and tissues.

Production of red blood cells.

Production of force.

Question 3 of 367

In the organization of skeletal muscle, the muscle cell contains the contractile proteins.
Which of the following is a contractile protein?

Myosin.

Muscle fascicle.

Myofibril.

Muscle fiber.

Question 4 of 367

A client in your exercise class has been complaining of back pain with no ridiculer symptoms. This person has been treated medically and is now joining the exercise program to improve flexibility in the low back.
Which exercise would be most appropriate for this person to address the stated goal?

Hip flexor stretch.

Knee-to-chest stretch.

Gastrocnemius stretch.

Lateral trunk stretch.

Question 5 of 367

All of the following statements are true regarding long bones EXCEPT __________.

The diaphysis is composed of compact bone.

The epiphysis consists of spongy bone.

Most bones of the axial skeleton are of this type.

The central shaft encases the medullary canal.

About the ACSM 040-444 Certification Exam

About the Exam

The ACSM 040-444 (ACSM Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist) validates your knowledge and skills. Passing demonstrates proficiency and can boost your career prospects in the field.

How to Prepare

Work through all 367 practice questions across 74 pages. Focus on understanding the reasoning behind each answer rather than memorizing responses to be ready for any variation on the real exam.

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Practice exams help you familiarize yourself with the question format, manage your time, and reduce anxiety on the test day. Our 040-444 questions are regularly updated to reflect the latest exam objectives.