What is the primary purpose of conducting a movement screening as part of a needs analysis?

What is the primary purpose of conducting a

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ATo record the athlete's personal best achievements
BTo identify movement limitations or compensations
CTo determine the athlete's personality type
DTo establish the athlete's nutritional preferences

✓ Correct answer: B. To identify movement limitations or compensations The primary purpose of a movement screening is to identify movement limitations or compensations that could affect performance or increase injury risk, allowing for targeted corrective strategies within the program design.

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