Kaplan Nursing Entrance Practice Exam

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What is the opposite of sedentary?

Passive
Active
Static
Lethargic

The correct answer is: Active

The term "sedentary" refers to a lifestyle characterized by a lot of sitting and little physical activity. Therefore, the opposite of this would be "active," which signifies movement, engagement in physical activities, or overall high levels of energy expenditure. An active lifestyle includes exercise and general mobility, contrasting sharply with the inactivity associated with a sedentary one. Looking at the other terms, while "passive" suggests a lack of activity or engagement, it doesn't specifically imply the opposite of being sedentary in the way that "active" does. "Static" also indicates a lack of movement but doesn't convey the vitality associated with being active. "Lethargic" implies low energy and sluggishness, which aligns more closely with inactivity rather than the energetic quality of being active. Therefore, "active" is the best choice to represent the opposite of sedentary.