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Guinness World Records Behind the Scenes Series: Becoming a Record Holder

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According to the passage, what is the primary role of David Wilson at Guinness World Records?

To promote and market Guinness World Records globally

To adjudicate and officiate record attempts in person

To review applications and evidence for potential record attempts (correct)

To create new record categories and titles

How many existing Guinness World Records titles are mentioned in the passage?

The exact number is not specified

Around 50,000

Around 65,000 (correct)

Over 100,000

Which of the following is the best advice given by David Wilson in the passage?

Hire a professional coach or trainer for your record attempt

Use the search function on the Guinness World Records website extensively (correct)

Consult with Guinness World Records staff before attempting a record

Thoroughly research and understand the existing record titles

What is the purpose of the 'Behind the Scenes' series mentioned in the passage?

To give fans an inside look at the inner workings of Guinness World Records (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the most important thing that the Guinness World Records team stresses in the text?

Applicants should follow the guidelines exactly to avoid disqualification. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is one reason why the Guinness World Records team cannot create a record for 'most marathons completed by someone from Manchester'?

It would not be open to everyone, as not everyone is from Manchester. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about the Guinness World Records team's process for determining the minimum requirements for a new record?

They look at similar existing records to determine the minimum requirements. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one reason why the Guinness World Records team charges a small administrative fee for creating a new record title?

To cover the cost of the research and expertise required to set the minimum requirements. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about the types of records that the Guinness World Records team has approved in the past?

They have approved records that are based on unusual skills, such as eating peas with one's feet. (A) Signup and view all the answers