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What is a world record?

  • The most controversial performance ever recorded and officially verified in a specific skill, sport, or other kind of activity
  • The most recent performance ever recorded and officially verified in a specific skill, sport, or other kind of activity
  • The most popular performance ever recorded and officially verified in a specific skill, sport, or other kind of activity
  • The best global and most important performance ever recorded and officially verified in a specific skill, sport, or other kind of activity (correct)

What is the World Records Union?

  • The unique world records register organization recognized by the Council of the Notariats of the European Union (correct)
  • The organization that verifies world records in the United States
  • The organization that collates and publishes notable records of many
  • The organization that tracks world records in athletics events

What was the term commonly used in the United States instead of 'world record'?

  • The Ultimate Record
  • World's Record (correct)
  • Global Performance
  • The World's Best

What is 'The World's Best' term used for in athletics events?

<p>To describe good and bad performances that are not recognized as an official world record (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are some good performances not recognized as official world records in athletics events?

<p>Either because it is not an event where the IAAF tracks the record (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the World Records Union recognized by?

<p>The Council of the Notariats of the European Union (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which country has world record-breaking become a national fad?

<p>Malaysia (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is popular in India?

<p>Setting and breaking of records (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which sports have world records recognized by their respective sports governing bodies?

<p>Some sports (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

What is a world record?

The best global performance officially verified in a specific skill, sport, or activity.

What is the World Records Union?

A world records register organization recognized by the Council of the Notariats of the European Union.

Term used instead of 'world record' in the US.

'World's Record' was commonly used.

What is 'The World's Best' used for?

To describe notable performances not recognized as official world records.

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Why good performances aren't always records?

Either because it is not an event where the IAAF tracks the record.

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Who recognizes the World Records Union?

The Council of the Notariats of the European Union.

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World record fad country?

Malaysia

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Popular activity in India?

Setting and breaking of records

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Which sports recognize records?

Some sports

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