Question

In the Balke-Ware Protocol, how much speed it uses with progressive increments in the load every 2 minutes?

(a) 3.3 km/hour

(b) 3.3 km to 5.3 km /hour

(c) 3.3 miles to 5.3 miles /hour

(d) 3.3 miles/hour

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Answer 1

Correct answer is (d) 3.3 miles/hour

To elaborate: In the Balke-Ware Protocol, it uses a constant speed of 3.3 miles/hour (5.3 km/hour), with progressive increments in the load every 2 minutes. This is achieved by increasing the grade or incline of the motor-driven treadmill.