Question

Assertion (A): Poor physical fitness of players is the common cause of sports injuries.

Reason (R): Physically fit players are less likely to sustain injuries during sports.

Options

• Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

• Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

• (A) is true and (R) is false.

• (A) is false and (R) is true.

Answer 1

Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

Explanation:

Good physical fitness enables the body to handle the physical demands of sports, lowering the risk of injuries. Strong, well-conditioned muscles and joints improve stability and coordination, making injuries less likely.