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Date May 2022 Marks available 1 Reference code 22M.1.SL.tz0.25
Level Standard Level Paper Paper 1 Time zone time zone 0
Command term Question number 25 Adapted from N/A

Question

The diagram shows a gymnast performing a tuck somersault.

What type of transfer occurs when a gymnast learns that forming a tuck in a somersault will reduce the moment of inertia and allow them to spin faster?

 

A. Skill to skill

B. Practice to performance

C. Stage to stage

D. Principles to skills

Markscheme

D

Examiners report

This was another accessible question with a large majority of candidates selecting the correct answer, applying their knowledge of transfer.

Syllabus sections

Topic 5: Skill in sports » 5.3. Principles of skill learning » 5.3.6. Outline the types of transfer.
Topic 5: Skill in sports » 5.3. Principles of skill learning
Topic 5: Skill in sports

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