plumiEnergy use, diet, nutrition and hydration: AQA GCSE Physical Education questions
Every AQA GCSE Physical Education exam question on 3.2.3.3 Energy use, diet, nutrition and hydration, 2020–2025, with its mark scheme and examiner’s report.
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All 15 questions on Energy use, diet, nutrition and hydration, as a list
- June 2025, Paper 2, Q13.3 (4 marks): Explain two positive effects that staying fully hydrated may have on sporting performance. [4 marks] 1 2
- June 2024, Paper 2, Q01 (1 mark): What is the correct kcal/day requirement for an average adult female? [1 mark] A 2000 B 2250 C 2500 D 2750
- June 2024, Paper 2, Q14.1 (3 marks): Describe a balanced diet. [3 marks]
- June 2023, Paper 2, Q01 (1 mark): Which one of these is the correct amount of carbohydrates in a balanced diet? [1 mark] A 25–30% B 35–40% C 45–50% D 55–60%
- June 2023, Paper 2, Q02 (1 mark): Which one of these is largely responsible for maintaining the efficient working of the body systems and general health? [1 mark] A Carbohydrates B Fats C Protei
- June 2023, Paper 2, Q03 (1 mark): How many calories should an average adult male consume per day? [1 mark] A 2000 B 2500 C 3000 D 3500
- June 2023, Paper 2, Q11 (4 marks): Explain two negative effects that eating an unbalanced diet will have on the ability of an individual to perform in a physical activity. [4 marks] 1 2
- June 2022, Paper 2, Q10.2 (6 marks): The following are all components of a balanced diet: • carbohydrates • protein • vitamins and minerals. Explain how each component will help the performance of
- June 2022, Paper 2, Q11.1 (1 mark): Give one example of how a performer can avoid dehydration. [1 mark]
- June 2022, Paper 2, Q11.2 (4 marks): The following are two effects of dehydration on a performer: • blood thickening • increase in body temperature. Explain how each one may affect the performance
- November 2021, Paper 2, Q10.2 (1 mark): Identify which one of the adults is eating above the average required calorie intake per day. [1 mark]
- November 2021, Paper 2, Q10.3 (4 marks): Gender is one factor that can affect the required calorie intake per day for an individual. Identify and describe two other factors that affect the required cal
- November 2020, Paper 2, Q10.1 (3 marks): State three reasons why it is important to have a balanced diet. [3 marks] 1 2 3
- November 2020, Paper 2, Q10.3 (1 mark): Outline the role of fats in a balanced diet. [1 mark]
- November 2020, Paper 2, Q10.4 (4 marks): Explain why a games player requires carbohydrates and protein in their diet. [4 marks] Carbohydrates Protein
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