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What is the primary purpose of control points in orienteering?
What is the primary purpose of control points in orienteering?
- To disqualify competitors
- To provide refreshment for the competitors
- To offer first aid services
- To show the competitor has completed the course correctly (correct)
What does a circle typically indicate on an orienteering map?
What does a circle typically indicate on an orienteering map?
- Control points (correct)
- The finish point
- The start point
- Danger zones
What should you do if you get lost during orienteering?
What should you do if you get lost during orienteering?
- Follow a safety azimuth to a prominent feature (correct)
- Panic and hurry back
- Immediately use a whistle for help
- Start walking in a random direction
What is the primary method of travel in orienteering?
What is the primary method of travel in orienteering?
What are the primary tools used in orienteering?
What are the primary tools used in orienteering?
What is the distance between two control points on an orienteering map?
What is the distance between two control points on an orienteering map?
What is a pace equivalent to in terms of steps?
What is a pace equivalent to in terms of steps?
How do you determine the pace factor in navigation?
How do you determine the pace factor in navigation?
What is the purpose of determining the pace factor in navigation?
What is the purpose of determining the pace factor in navigation?
How many times should you measure the 100-meter distance to determine the pace factor?
How many times should you measure the 100-meter distance to determine the pace factor?
What do you do if the number of paces varies when measuring the 100-meter distance?
What do you do if the number of paces varies when measuring the 100-meter distance?
What is the significance of the right foot (or left foot) in counting paces?
What is the significance of the right foot (or left foot) in counting paces?
What is the primary purpose of using a compass in orienteering?
What is the primary purpose of using a compass in orienteering?
What is the term for the number of steps equivalent to one unit of distance in navigation?
What is the term for the number of steps equivalent to one unit of distance in navigation?
What is the primary component of an orienteering map?
What is the primary component of an orienteering map?
What is the purpose of control points in an orienteering course?
What is the purpose of control points in an orienteering course?
What is the primary rule in orienteering competitions?
What is the primary rule in orienteering competitions?
Who is responsible for planning an orienteering course?
Who is responsible for planning an orienteering course?
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