Which of the following terms is specifically associated with the javelin throw?

Question

Which of the following terms is specifically associated with the javelin throw?

1. A. Glide
2. B. Sector (Correct answer)
3. C. Vault
4. D. Spin

Correct Answer

Option B — Sector

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is Sector.

Key Points

• In the javelin throw, the sector is the marked V-shaped landing area (an angle of about 28.96°) within which the javelin must land, tip first, for a legal throw; the thrower must also stay behind the foul line.
• The other terms belong to different events: the 'glide' and 'spin' are shot-put/discus techniques and 'vault' belongs to pole vault.
• Athletics questions frequently pair a technical term with the wrong event — match term to event before looking at the options.