Which statement best defines Accuracy?

• A. The ability to combine several movement patterns into a single movement.
• B. The ability to minimize transition time.
• C. The ability to control movement in a given direction or at a given intensity.
• D. The ability to store energy for later use.

Answer: (C)

Accuracy is about precise control of how you move—keeping your body and any object moving in the intended direction and applying the right amount of effort to hit the target consistently. It means your joints stay aligned, the movement path stays on track, and the force you produce matches the required intensity for that task. For example, during a press you push straight upward with a stable torso and bar path, rather than drifting off target. The option that states control of movement in a given direction or at a given intensity captures this idea most accurately.

The other ideas describe different qualities: combining movement patterns is about sequencing, minimizing transition time is about speed and efficiency, and storing energy relates to elasticity or power—none of which define accuracy.