Which of the following correctly describes Marathon?
- A. The long-distance running race with a standard distance of approximately 42.195 kilometers ✓
- B. The bat-and-ball sport particularly popular in countries such as Pakistan, India, England, and Australia
- C. The racket sport in which Pakistan has historically produced many world champions, including Jahangir Khan
- D. The national sport of Pakistan, played with a stick and a ball
Correct answer
A. The long-distance running race with a standard distance of approximately 42.195 kilometers
Explanation
'Marathon' refers to the long-distance running race with a standard distance of approximately 42.195 kilometers.