In basketball, when a referee throws the ball up into the center circle to determine which team receives the ball it is called a _________.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Jump Ball.
- A jump ball is used to start a basketball game and sometimes to restart play after a held ball situation where players from both teams simultaneously have possession of the ball.
- The jump ball typically happens at the beginning of the game. The referee stands at the center circle of the court with one player from each team facing each other. The referee tosses the ball straight up into the air between the two players.