Multiple choice general knowledge sports

How many hurdles are placed in the 110m hurdles event?

  1. 11

  2. 10

  3. 9

  4. 8
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The 110m hurdles event has exactly 10 hurdles placed on the track. The hurdles are spaced evenly, with the first hurdle 13.72m from the starting line and subsequent hurdles 9.14m apart. The final hurdle is 14.02m from the finish line. This standard configuration is used in men's track and field athletics.

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