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The objective of this test is to monitor the athlete's reaction time.
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To undertake this test you will require:
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The ruler is held by the assistant between the outstretched index finger
and thumb of the athlete's dominant hand, so that the top of the
athlete's thumb is level with the zero centimetre line on the ruler
The assistant instructs the athlete to catch the ruler as soon as possible
after it has been released
The assistant releases the ruler and the athlete catches the ruler
between their index finger and thumb as quick as possible
The assistant is to record distance between the bottom of the ruler and
the top of the athlete's thumb where the ruler has been caught.
The test is repeated 2 more times and the average value used in the
assessment
Assessment
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The following normative data is available for this test.
The following are national norms, adapted from Davis (2000)[1] for 16 to 19
year olds.
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Excellent Above Average
<7.5cm
7.5 - 15.9cm
Average
Below Average
Poor
15.9 - 20.4cm
20.4 - 28cm
>28cm
Enter the Distance (cm) and then select the "Calculate" button for an analysis
of the results.
Distance
cm
Reaction time
seconds
Assessment
Calculations are based on the normative data table
The algorithm to calculate the reaction speed is d = vt + at where
d = distance in metres
v = initial velocity = 0
a = acceleration due to gravity = 9.81m/s
t = time in seconds
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As v = 0 then vt = 0 therefore the algorithm is t = Sqrt(2d/a)
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Example
d = 9cm
t = sqrt(2 0.09 9.81)
t = sqrt(0.01835)
t = 0.135 seconds
Analysis
Analysis of the results is by comparing it with the results of previous tests. It
is expected that, with appropriate training between each test, the analysis
would indicate an improvement in the athlete's reaction speed.
Target Group
This test is suitable for all athletes but not for individuals where the test would
be contraindicated.
Reliability
Test reliability refers to the degree to which a test is consistent and stable in
measuring what it is intended to measure. Reliability will depend upon how
strict the test is conducted and the individual's level of motivation to perform
the test. The following link provides a variety of factors that may influence the
results and therefore the test reliability.
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Validity
Test validity refers to the degree to which the test actually measures what it
claims to measure and the extent to which inferences, conclusions, and
decisions made on the basis of test scores are appropriate and meaningful.
This test provides a means to monitor the effect of training on the athlete's
physical development.
Advantages
Minimal equipment required
Simple to set up and conduct
Can be conducted almost anywhere
Disadvantages
Assistant required to administer the test
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Ruler Drop Test Calculator - a free Microsoft Excel spreadsheet that you
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References
1. DAVIS, B. et al. (2000) Physical Education and the study of sport. 4th
ed. Spain: Harcourt. p. 130
Related References
The following references provide additional information on this topic:
BROWN, T et al. (2012) Exploration of Reaction Time: Ideas for an
Inquiry Investigation in Physics Education. Science Activities: Classroom
Projects and Curriculum Ideas, 49 (3), p. 82-87
FONG, S. S. et al. (2013) Health through martial arts training: Physical
fitness and reaction time in adolescent Taekwondo practitioners
Page Reference
The reference for this page is:
MACKENZIE, B. (2004) Ruler Drop Test [WWW] Available from:
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Articles on Performance Evaluation
Evaluation and Performance Tests
Additional Sources of Information
For further information on this topic see the following:
BEASHEL, P. & TAYLOR, J. (1996) Advanced Studies in Physical
Education and Sport. UK: Thomas Nelson & Sons Ltd.
BEASHEL, P. & TAYLOR, J. (1997) The World of Sport Examined. UK:
Thomas Nelson & Sons Ltd.
BIZLEY, K. (1994) Examining Physical Education. Oxford; Heinemann
Educational Publishers
DAVIS, B. et al. (2000) Physical Education and the Study of Sport. UK:
Harcourt Publishers Ltd.
GALLIGAN, F. et al. (2000) Advanced PE for Edexcel. Oxford;
Heinemann Educational Publishers
McARDLE, W. et al. (2000) Essentials of Exercise Physiology. 2nd ed.
Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
CHU, D. (1996) Explosive Power and Strength. USA; Human Kinetics
Publishers, Inc.
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