Which factor helps minimise risk by ensuring fair competition?

• A. Age
• B. Time of day
• C. Ball colour
• D. Player height

Answer: (A)

The factor being tested is age grouping. Grouping players by age helps ensure fair competition because players at similar ages typically have similar physical development, size, strength, and experience. When matches pair players who are closer in maturity, the chance of an injury or an unfair win due to a big physical advantage is reduced, making the contest safer and more balanced.

Time of day can affect performance or safety, but it doesn’t standardise competitors. Ball colour might affect visibility in some situations, but it doesn’t address fairness across players. Height isn’t controlled or used to create balanced matchups, so it doesn’t reliably minimise risk.