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Practice Reading: Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers ID: #37691 Sportsmen
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Sportsmen who have taken up a career in running and other athletics activities cannot afford to compromise the quality of their footwear. Track spikes are the most recommended shoes for serious runners, because, when one runs, distance does not matter as much as performance does. Spiky shoes facilitate better traction on the tracks and give one the feeling of being running barefoot; the projection to the next stride becomes comfortable because these shoes take the shape of the runners feet.
Selecting the most suitable spikes is not as simple as getting training shoes. The distance for which the sprinter is planning to run must be kept in mind, be it a 200-meter race, a middle-distance run. or a long-run. Secondly, the right fit is non-negotiable; there should be no extra room near the toes, as it slows down the speed. If one is unsure of the shoe type, then, consulting a coach helps. Coaches know the maximum types of runs the sprinter is going to participate in, so they might advise a better and more feasible product.

Which of the following are true statements about sprinter's shoes?

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Option 2: "Sprinter's shoes are designed to give the runner a natural bent of comfort and help in shooting faster than others."

Explanation: This option is correct as the text states that spiky shoes facilitate better traction and provide a feeling of running barefoot, which contributes to comfort and performance. The phrase 'natural bent of comfort' aligns with the text's emphasis on the comfort provided by the shoes.

Option 1: "Sprinter's shoes are professional athletics shoes worn mostly by star runners and aren't easily affordable."

Explanation: This option is incorrect because the text does not mention that sprinter's shoes are only for star runners or that they are unaffordable. It emphasizes the importance of quality footwear for serious runners without specifying affordability or exclusivity.

Option 3: "Parents must not interfere with the actual size of the shoes."

Explanation: This option is incorrect because the text does not mention parents or their interference with shoe sizes. It focuses on the importance of the right fit for the runner, indicating that there should be no extra room near the toes, but does not address parental involvement.

Option 4: "Any shoes that are not chosen according to the distance of the track to be covered and the average speed of the runner, do not help win the race."

Explanation: This option is correct as the text explicitly states that selecting the right spikes depends on the distance of the run and emphasizes that the right fit is crucial for speed. This aligns with the idea that improper shoe selection can hinder performance.

Option 5: "A runner must always accompany his coach shopping for shoes, as only he/she understands the real requirements of an athlete."

Explanation: This option is incorrect because while the text suggests consulting a coach for advice on shoe types, it does not state that a runner must always accompany their coach when shopping. The text implies that consulting a coach is helpful, but does not make it a requirement.

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