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An athletics question.

Explain the following: (i) Exchange zone (ii) Starting blocks

Physical Education20175 marksShort answer

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(i) Exchange zone: the 20 m marked area in a relay race, within which the baton must be passed from the outgoing runner to the incoming runner. (ii) Starting blocks: adjustable supports fixed to the track to give the sprinter a firm push at the start. They are used in races up to and including 400 m.
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From ISC 2017 Physical Education Paper 1, question 16(e).