The maximum distance covered in a marathon is ____________.

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) 42.195 km.
• The official distance for a marathon race is 42.195 kilometers (26.2 miles).
• This standard was set by the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) and has been used in marathon races worldwide.
Facts to Remember:
• Origin: The marathon race was inspired by the legendary run of the Greek soldier Pheidippides, who is said to have run from the battlefield of Marathon to Athens to bring news of victory.
• First Olympic Marathon: The first modern Olympic marathon was held in 1896 in Athens, Greece.
• Standardization: The distance was standardized to 42.195 kilometers in 1921 for the 1908 London Olympics marathon, which was measured from Windsor Castle to the Olympic Stadium.