Which statement defines sport according to the material?

• A. An activity with no rules
• B. An activity with emphasis on outcomes but no equipment
• C. An activity with formal rules, emphasis on outcomes, and specialized equipment
• D. An activity with no competition

Answer: (C)

The item tests how sport is defined in the material. In that definition, sport is an activity that has formal rules, emphasizes outcomes (competition), and uses specialized equipment. The formal rules create a standardized framework so everyone plays by the same standards. The focus on outcomes signals a clear competitive purpose—there are defined results like winning or scoring. The specialized equipment helps distinguish the activity from casual play and shapes how the sport is played.

Why this best fits: it combines all three elements the material uses to define sport. Without rules, an activity becomes free play rather than sport. Without the emphasis on outcomes, it loses the competitive, performance-driven aspect. And without specialized equipment, the activity wouldn’t have the standardized tools that many sports rely on to regulate play and performance.