0413.1.2.04 — red blood cell production.: past paper questions
Real questions on 0413.1.2.04 — red blood cell production.
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- 0413/12 · October/November 2025 · Q11c[3]
Describe three long-term effects of training on the heart.
See it on the paper → - 0413/12 · October/November 2025 · Q15[4]
Describe possible effects of high-altitude training on a performer.
See it on the paper → - 0413/12 · May/June 2025 · Q5b(i)[3]
Complete the statement to explain how energy is derived from carbohydrates. Carbohydrates are broken down into , which releases energy. Some carbohydrates are converted into and stored in
See it on the paper → - 0413/11 · October/November 2023 · Q4b(i)[3]
Describe why long-distance runners may use high-altitude training.
See it on the paper → - 0413/12 · October/November 2023 · Q2d(i)[3]
Describe how blood doping is carried out.
See it on the paper → - 0413/12 · October/November 2023 · Q2d(ii)[1]
Explain how blood doping may enhance the performance of a cyclist.
See it on the paper → - 0413/12 · May/June 2022 · Q4[4]
State two parts of the RICE method for treating injuries and describe a different benefit of each treatment for a performer.
See it on the paper → - 0413/11 · October/November 2020 · Q13a[2]
Describe what is meant by the term VO2 max.
See it on the paper → - 0413/11 · October/November 2020 · Q13b_i[1]
Identify the individual with the highest VO2 max.
See it on the paper → - 0413/11 · October/November 2020 · Q13b_ii[1]
Suggest one reason why the inactive individuals and the shot putters have similar VO2 max levels.
See it on the paper → - 0413/11 · October/November 2020 · Q13c[3]
State three factors, other than gender, that affect VO2 max levels.
See it on the paper → - 0413/13 · October/November 2020 · Q15a[2]
Explain why a performer in an endurance activity is likely to benefit from high-altitude training.
See it on the paper → - 0413/13 · October/November 2020 · Q15b[3]
Suggest disadvantages of training at high-altitude for a performer.
See it on the paper → - 0413/13 · May/June 2020 · Q13a[2]
Name the type of activities in which performances could benefit as a result of training at high altitude. Give a reason for your answer. type of activities reason
See it on the paper → - 0413/13 · May/June 2020 · Q13b[2]
Describe two possible disadvantages of training at high altitude for a performer.
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What examiners said
This question was generally answered well. Most candidates recognised that glucose is the result of carbohydrates breaking down. Fewer candidates were able to identify glycogen and liver or muscles.
— Examiner report, May/June 2025, 0413/12 Q5(b)(i) (Cambridge)
Some candidates demonstrated a good understanding of why long-distance runners may use highaltitude training. Weaker candidates generally did not gain credit for their description as they were usually very vague with their use of terminology.
— Examiner report, October/November 2023, 0413/11 Q4(b)(i) (Cambridge)
This was generally a well-answered question with most candidates gaining at least partial credit. Stronger candidates were able to describe the process of blood doping in detail.
— Examiner report, October/November 2023, 0413/12 Q2(d)(i) (Cambridge)
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