HMS, BM 2015 HSC 2 MC

An individual is required to perform a discrete, open and externally paced skill.

Which of the following would meet this description?

Putting in golf
Running 800 m
Throwing a discus
Returning a tennis serve

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\(D\)

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D is correct: Tennis serve return is discrete, open and externally paced.

Other Options:

A is incorrect: Golf putting is closed and self-paced skill.
B is incorrect: Running 800m is continuous rather than discrete.
C is incorrect: Discus throwing is closed and self-paced skill.