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AQA GCSE · Question 01 · The Human Body and Movement in Physical Activity and Sport
Which one of these components of fitness is the most important when dribbling a ball around a defender in basketball?
Which one of these components of fitness is the most important when dribbling a ball around a defender in basketball?
Answer options:
A.
Agility
B.
Muscular endurance
C.
Reaction time
D.
Strength
How to approach this question
Read the question carefully and identify the key action: 'dribbling a ball around a defender'. Consider the definition of each component of fitness and decide which one best describes the ability to perform this action effectively.
Full Answer
A.Agility✓ Correct
The correct answer is A. Agility is the ability to move and change direction quickly, at speed, whilst maintaining control. This is essential for a basketball player to evade a defender while dribbling.
Agility is defined as the ability to move and change direction quickly and efficiently while maintaining control. When a basketball player dribbles around a defender, they must make rapid changes in direction to create space and avoid being tackled. This makes agility the most critical component of fitness for this specific action.
Common mistakes
Students might confuse agility with speed or reaction time. While both are involved, agility specifically refers to the change of direction aspect which is key to getting 'around' a defender.
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