HMS, BM 2025 HSC 6 MC

A golfer is practising hitting the ball.

Which of the following best describes the nature of the skill?

Fine, discrete and self-paced
Gross, discrete and self-paced
Fine, serial and externally paced
Gross, serial and externally paced

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\(B\)

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B is correct: A golf swing uses large muscle groups, has clear beginning/end, controlled by performer’s timing.

Other Options:

A is incorrect: Fine motor skills involve small muscles; golf requires large muscle coordination.
C is incorrect: Serial skills link multiple actions; golf swing is single distinct movement.
D is incorrect: Externally paced means environment controls timing; golfer controls swing initiation.

♦♦ Mean mark 44%.