Self-Care for Your Skin Under the Sun — Questions & Answers

This quiz contains 5 questions. Below is a complete reference of all questions, answer choices, and correct answers. You can use this section to review after taking the interactive quiz above.

1. Question 1

   Which type of sunscreen is generally recommended for broad-spectrum protection during outdoor activities?

   • A. SPF 30 or higher, broad-spectrum sunscreen
   • B. SPF 10 tanning oil
   • D. Fragrance spray
   • C. Moisturizer with SPF 5
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   Correct answer: A. SPF 30 or higher, broad-spectrum sunscreen

   Explanation: SPF 30 or higher with broad-spectrum coverage protects against both UVA and UVB rays. SPF 10 offers insufficient protection, and moisturizers with low SPF do not effectively guard against sun damage. Fragrance sprays offer no sun protection.

2. Question 2

   How often should sunscreen be reapplied during extended periods outdoors, especially after swimming or sweating?

   • B. Once in the morning is enough
   • A. Every two hours or after swimming or sweating
   • C. Only if the weather is cloudy
   • D. Reapply every six hours
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   Correct answer: A. Every two hours or after swimming or sweating

   Explanation: Reapplying sunscreen every two hours or after water exposure maintains its protective effects. Once in the morning is insufficient, as sunscreen wears off. Cloudy weather still allows UV rays through, and six hours is too infrequent for effective protection.

3. Question 3

   Which clothing choice helps minimize sun damage during midday outdoor activities?

   • B. Wearing sleeveless tops and shorts
   • D. Avoiding a hat altogether
   • C. Choosing thin, light-colored fabrics only
   • A. Wearing long-sleeved, tightly-woven shirts and wide-brimmed hats
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   Correct answer: A. Wearing long-sleeved, tightly-woven shirts and wide-brimmed hats

   Explanation: Long sleeves, tightly-woven fabrics, and wide-brimmed hats provide significant physical barriers to UV rays. Short or sleeveless clothing exposes more skin, thin fabrics may not block UV well, and no hat leaves the face and neck unprotected.

4. Question 4

   What is an effective way to reduce sun exposure and lower skin damage risk between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.?

   • D. Ignore shade if using SPF 15 sunscreen
   • A. Spend time in shaded areas like under trees, awnings, or umbrellas
   • C. Only walk outside at noon without any cover
   • B. Sit by a window indoors in direct sunlight
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   Correct answer: A. Spend time in shaded areas like under trees, awnings, or umbrellas

   Explanation: Seeking natural or artificial shade during peak sun hours helps limit UV exposure. Sitting by a sunny window still allows some UV rays, direct outdoor activity increases risk, and SPF 15 is insufficient by itself during peak hours.

5. Question 5

   Which daily habit best supports overall skin health after sun exposure?

   • B. Using abrasive scrubs immediately after sunbathing
   • A. Gently cleansing and moisturizing the skin after being outdoors
   • D. Applying perfume directly to sun-exposed skin
   • C. Skipping hydration if skin feels dry
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   Correct answer: A. Gently cleansing and moisturizing the skin after being outdoors

   Explanation: Cleansing and moisturizing help restore skin and manage dryness or irritation caused by sun exposure. Abrasive scrubs may further damage sensitized skin, neglecting hydration worsens dryness, and perfumes can irritate sun-exposed areas.