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A rugby coach observes that the opposing team has powerful forwards but weak defensive communication in the backline. Which strategic approach would most effectively exploit this weakness?

Focus on forward pack confrontation to match their strength in the scrum and lineout
Use expansive backline moves with multiple phases to create communication breakdowns
Employ short forward charges to avoid their strong defensive line structure
Implement tactical kicking to bypass their forward strength and target weak areas

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\(D\)

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D is correct: Tactical kicking bypasses the strong forwards and targets the weak defensive communication in the backline.

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A is incorrect: Confronting their strength directly doesn’t exploit the identified weakness in backline communication.
B is incorrect: While this targets the backline, multiple phases give defenders time to organise and communicate effectively.
C is incorrect: Short charges engage their strong forwards rather than exploiting the backline communication weakness.