Correct option is A
The correct answer is (a) 10.
· Decathlon is a combined athletic event consisting of 10 track and field events. It is specifically designed for men in major athletic championships like the Olympics and World Championships.
· The competition spans two days and includes the following events:
Day 1:100 meters,Long jump,Shot put,High jump,400 meters
Day 2: 110 meters hurdles, Discus throw ,Pole vault , Javelin throw , 1500 meters.
· The winner is determined based on a points system, where scores are assigned for performance in each event.
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· Origin:
· The term "decathlon" comes from Greek, where "deca" means ten and "athlon" means contest.
· It was introduced in the 1912 Stockholm Olympics.
· Famous Decathletes:
· Ashton Eaton (USA): Two-time Olympic gold medalist and former world record holder.
· Daley Thompson (UK): Won Olympic gold medals in 1980 and 1984.