How long is the full marathon race?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. 42.195 kilometres
- Step 1: The distance was standardised in 1921. Step 2. The marathon is 42.195 km (26 miles 385 yards). Answer: 42.195 kilometres. Why not the others: 21.1 km is a half marathon; 26.2 is the distance in miles; 50 km is an ultra distance.
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