PAPER 3 - Modern technology in sport

Question 1

2 ways modern technology has limited participation

Answer 1

• cost of equipment + facilities
• range of alternatives to sport

Question 2

2 ways modern technology has increased fair
outcomes

Answer 2

• more accountable – more accurate decision making
• improved doping detection

Question 3

2 ways modern technology has limited fair outcomes

Answer 3

• new drugs develop quicker than PED testing tech
• pressure on officials due to exposure + scrutiny of decisions

Question 4

2 ways modern technology has increased entertainment

Answer 4

• action replays
• multiple camera angles confirm ref. decisions

Question 5

2 ways modern technology has limited entertainment

Answer 5

• interruption irritates viewers
• reduced live attendances.

Question 6

2 benefits of modern technology on elite performance + participation

Answer 6

• state of the art equipment - hypoxic chambers
• prosthetic devices for disabled athletes (springlite)