Which training parameters should lead to the best performances among a team of throwers, none of whom are approaching elite status?

a$.90-$minute practices followed by lifts, with throwing $3$ to $5$ times per week

b$.$ lifts followed by $90-$minute practices, with throwing $3$ to $5$ times per week

c$.60-$minute practices followed by lifts, with throwing $3$ or $4$ times per week

d$.$ lifts followed by $60-$minute practices, with throwing $3$ or $4$ times per week

Comparing the distances between hurdles and the height of the hurdles in competitive races, running the high hurdles in practice is more effective with

a$.$ longer distances between hurdles and higher hurdles

b$.$ longer distances between hurdles and lower hurdles

c$.$ shorter distances between hurdles and higher hurdles

d$.$ shorter distances between hurdles and lower hurdles

What is the most important factor in determining coaching responsibilities?

a$.$ the number of athletes on the team

b$.$ the experience levels of the athletes on the team

c$.$ the events that will be contested throughout the season

d$.$ the number of coaches and their individual strengths

For most $1600-$meter runners, maintaining focus is most difficult in what part of the race?

a$.$ first $400$ meters

b$.$ second $400$ meters

c$.$ third $400$ meters