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Which of the following statements about table tennis is incorrect?
Which of the following statements about table tennis is incorrect?
- The ball used in table tennis is made of celluloid or similar plastic material.
- The International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) is headquartered in Manila, Philippines. (correct)
- The game was originally called 'pingpong' and was later renamed 'table tennis' in 1926.
- It is an indoor adaptation of lawn tennis played on a table-sized court.
According to the rules of table tennis, how many points are required to win a game?
According to the rules of table tennis, how many points are required to win a game?
- 21 points
- 11 points (correct)
- 15 points
- 25 points
What is the correct sequence of events during a serve in table tennis?
What is the correct sequence of events during a serve in table tennis?
- Toss the ball from the palm, strike it, and then it must cross over the net. (correct)
- Strike the ball, and then it must cross over the net without tossing.
- Strike the ball, toss it, and then it must cross over the net.
- Toss the ball, strike it, and then it must cross over the net.
Which of the following statements about table tennis equipment is true?
Which of the following statements about table tennis equipment is true?
In a table tennis match, how many games are played to determine the winner?
In a table tennis match, how many games are played to determine the winner?
What is the maximum allowable thickness of the adhesive layer within the racket blade?
What is the maximum allowable thickness of the adhesive layer within the racket blade?
Which of the following is NOT a type of grip mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a type of grip mentioned in the text?
What is the primary purpose of a 'block' shot in table tennis?
What is the primary purpose of a 'block' shot in table tennis?
In a forehand serve, where should the server's weight be distributed?
In a forehand serve, where should the server's weight be distributed?