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HMS, BM 2023 HSC 15 MC

Which of the following best describes an athlete who is a skilled performer?

  1. Displays high levels of confidence and natural ability in their chosen sport
  2. Displays superior technique when executing discrete movements autonomously
  3. Possesses inherited physical attributes essential for success in their chosen sport
  4. Possesses instinctive awareness and the ability to adjust movements mid performance
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\(D\)

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  • D is correct: Skilled performers demonstrate kinaesthetic awareness and can make automatic adjustments during performance.

Other Options:

  • A is incorrect: Confidence and natural ability don’t necessarily indicate skilled performance.
  • B is incorrect: Superior technique is important but adaptation is key to skilled performance.
  • C is incorrect: Physical attributes alone don’t define skilled performance.

♦ Mean mark 51%.