Free throw' is given in which of the following sports?

Appeared in: NHM MP Staff Nurse - 2015

Explanation

A 'free throw' is a fundamental term in basketball.
It refers to an unopposed shot awarded to a player after they have been fouled by an opponent.
The shot is taken from the designated free-throw line, and a successful attempt scores one point.
This penalty system is a core part of the rules and scoring in basketball.

Option A: Cricket does not have a 'free throw'. A somewhat similar concept is a 'free hit', which is awarded to the batting side after the bowler bowls a no-ball, but the gameplay is entirely different.
Option B: Volleyball involves actions like 'serving', 'spiking', and 'blocking'. It does not have a 'free throw' or a similar penalty shot.
Option D: Badminton terminology includes 'smash', 'drop shot', and 'clear'. There is no concept of a 'free throw' in this racket sport.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Sports Terminology as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
This question tests general knowledge and awareness of common sports and their terminology.
While not directly related to nursing, a broad general knowledge base is often included in the non-domain specific sections of nursing entrance exams.
What if the term was 'penalty kick'? In that case, the correct answer would be Soccer (Football), as it's the term for a direct free kick at the goal awarded for a foul inside the penalty area.

How to Approach the Question

First, identify the key term in the question, which is 'Free throw'.
Next, access your memory of different sports and their rules.
Consider each option one by one. Think about the common actions and rules associated with Cricket, Volleyball, Basketball, and Badminton.
Match the term 'Free throw' to the sport where it is used. You should recall that it's a penalty shot in basketball.
If you are unsure, try to eliminate the other options by recalling their specific terminology (e.g., 'wicket' in cricket, 'spike' in volleyball), confirming they do not use the term 'free throw'.

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