Question

Arrange the following steps involved in the administration of the 50 Yard sprint test in a sequential order starting from first to last: (A) Subjects take the starting position
(B) Subjects cross the end line
(C) Warm up
(D) At the command Go!, timer starts their respective stop watches

• A. (A), (C), (D), (B)
• B. (C), (D), (A), (B)
• C. (C), (A), (D), (B)
• D. (C), (B), (D), (A)

Hint:

Always start with a warm-up before a sprint test to prevent injury, followed by setup, start, and finish in sequence.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Sprint Test Overview
The 50-yard sprint test measures speed and acceleration. A methodical, safe, and quantifiable procedure is required for its execution, from preparation to completion.
Step 2: Sequential Breakdown
- (C) Pre-Test Warm-up: Essential for injury prevention and physical readiness. This step must precede all others.
- (A) Starting Stance: Following the warm-up, the participant assumes the starting position at the line, prepared to sprint.
- (D) Commencement and Timing: Upon the "Go!" command, timers initiate their stopwatches, officially starting the test.
- (B) Sprint Completion: The test concludes when the participant crosses the finish line.

Step 3: Correct Order
The logical sequence is: Warm-up → Starting position → Command/Timer Activation → Crossing the finish line, corresponding to option (3): (C), (A), (D), (B).