Answer to Dictation 1
We count the number of rings on the tree's stump.
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Answer to Dictation 2
A scientist has found a new way to measure the age of people.
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Answer to Dictation 3
Standing on one leg shows how well a person can balance.
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Answer to Dictation 4
In addition to muscle strength it requires input from vision.
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The ability to carry out activities of daily living without the fear of falling
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Answer to Dictation 6
They did tests for walking balance grip and knee strength.
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Answer to Dictation 7
Each participant had to balance on their dominant and non-dominant leg.
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They did this with their eyes closed and again with their eyes open.
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Standing on the non-dominant leg showed the highest rate of decline with age.
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Answer to Dictation 10
Balance reflects how the body's systems are working together.
See the standing on one leg lesson for the whole text.
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