Consider the following statements regarding belt ranks and competition area in Judo:
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The belt color in Judo indicates the skill and experience level of the practitioner.
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The competition area, called the tatami, must meet specific size and safety standards.
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Only black belt practitioners are allowed to compete in official Judo tournaments.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 1 and 2 are correct.
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Correct: In Judo, belt colors indicate the practitioner’s skill and experience level, with beginners wearing white and advanced practitioners wearing black.
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Correct: The competition area, called the tatami, must adhere to specific size and safety standards as per the International Judo Federation (IJF).
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Incorrect: Competitors of various belt levels (not only black belts) can participate in official Judo tournaments, depending on the category and rules of the competition.