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Date May 2021 Marks available 1 Reference code 21M.1.SL.tz0.14
Level Standard Level Paper Paper 1 Time zone time zone 0
Command term Question number 14 Adapted from N/A

Question

Which energy system is the predominant contributor of ATP for a runner participating in a marathon?

A. ATP–PC system

B. Anaerobic system

C. Lactic acid system

D. Aerobic system

Markscheme

D

Examiners report

Common higher level question. Mid-difficulty question.

Syllabus sections

Topic 3: Energy systems » 3.3. Nutrition and energy systems » 3.3.11. Evaluate the relative contributions of the three energy systems during different types of exercise.
Topic 3: Energy systems » 3.3. Nutrition and energy systems
Topic 3: Energy systems

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