How do ethics play a role in sport and physical activity?

• A. Equality and decisions about using supplements.
• B. Selecting team colors.
• C. Scheduling practices.
• D. Only coaching methods.

Answer: (A)

Ethics in sport and physical activity center on fairness, safety, and respect for participants. Equality ensures everyone has a fair chance to participate and compete, preventing discrimination or bias from influencing who can join teams or events. Decisions about using supplements are an ethical issue because they affect athletes’ health, the honesty of competition, and adherence to rules designed to prevent unfair advantages or doping. Together these concerns show how ethical thinking guides rules, policies, and daily choices in sport to protect athletes and preserve the sport’s integrity. While selecting team colors or scheduling practices involve practical or logistical considerations, they don’t directly address the core ethical questions of fair treatment, health protection, and fair competition in the same way.