At a track-and-field competition, athletes are participating in the high jump event. They throw their bodies into the air, soaring up and over a bar. With each round, they attempt to clear the bar at increasing heights. When one athlete fails to clear the bar, she lands awkwardly. As she gets up from the ground, another athlete notices that the mats positioned around the bar are somewhat thin.Which decision would help to protect the athletes at this event?
Answer
A
Replace the landing mats with new equipment that is appropriately thick.
B
Increase the height of the bar to challenge the athletes further.
C
Allow athletes to choose the kind of equipment they wish to use.
D
Remove the landing mats to make the event more exciting.
Explanation
High jumpers need thick, properly placed mats to cushion their landings and reduce the risk of injury. Replacing the thin mats with appropriately thick equipment helps protect athletes; raising the bar or removing the mats would make the event less safe.
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