Which of the following is NOT a Jumping event in sports?
I. Pole Vault
II. Discus Throw
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
Correct Answer:
Option 2: Only II
Explanation:
Athletics includes different categories such as running, jumping, and throwing events. Pole vault is a jumping event where an athlete clears a height using a pole, so statement I is incorrect.
Discus throw is a throwing event where an athlete throws a discus, so it is not a jumping event. Hence, statement II is correct. This question is based on classification of sports events, an important topic for exams.
Additional Facts:
Option 1: Only I is incorrect.
Option 3: Both are not correct because I is wrong.
Option 4: Neither is incorrect because II is correct.
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