Basketball Equipment and Measurements

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What material must the basketball be made of in official FIBA competitions?

Leather

At what height is the basketball rim (hoop) mounted above the ground?

3.05 m

What are the regulation dimensions of the backboard in basketball?

72 inches wide by 42 inches tall

What is the diameter of the basketball rim (hoop)?

18 inches

What is the regulation circumference range for a basketball?

75-78 cm

What is the standard height of the basketball rim (hoop) above the ground?

10 feet

What is the standard width of a basketball backboard?

44 inches

What is the standard length of a basketball court in NBA and College games?

94 feet

What type of shoes are typically recommended for basketball players?

High-topped shoes

Which basketball skill allows a player to move around the court while in possession of the ball?

Dribbling

What is the primary objective in basketball?

Scoring goals by throwing a ball through a netted hoop

What is the basic skill that a basketball player should possess?

Running

Who is credited with inventing basketball?

James Naismith

What is the term for the art of paper folding?

Origami

Which style of traditional Japanese theater includes music, dance, and drama?

Kabuki make up

What does the term 'manga' refer to?

Cartooning, comic, and animation

What does 'Kumadori' refer to in Japanese theater?

Painted faces of Japanese Kabuki Theater

What is Ukiyo-e known for?

'Pictures of the floating world'

What is the main aspect of basketball that involves jumping with power to gain possession of the ball?

Rebounding

What is the primary skill that defines the best in basketball?

Speed

Test your knowledge of basketball equipment and measurements with this quiz. Learn about the dimensions, materials, and specifications of the basketball, basket (goal), rim, and backboard.

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