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A gymnast performing a complex floor routine requires a combination of skill-related fitness components. Which combination would be MOST essential for executing a series of tumbling passes followed by a precise landing?

  1. Speed and reaction time
  2. Agility and muscular power
  3. Power, coordination, and balance
  4. Coordination and reaction time
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Consider Option C: 

  • Power is needed for generating force in tumbling, coordination allows for proper execution of complex movements, and balance is essential for stable landings.

Other Options:

  • A is incorrect: While speed and reaction time are useful, they aren’t the primary components needed for tumbling passes and landings in gymnastics.
  • B is incorrect: This combination lacks balance, which is critical for precise landings after tumbling.
  • D is incorrect: This combination lacks power, which is essential for generating the force needed in tumbling passes.