Which of the following best describes what it means to compete?

a. following the rules, understanding the process of sports, respecting competitors

b. celebrating wins only, criticizing teammates to them improve, getting private lessons

c. doing whatever it takes to win, understanding that winning is all that matters, respecting officials and teammates

d. all of the above

The correct answer is letter A. To compete is to follow rules, understand the process of sports, and respect competitors. Competition is a rule of discipline built in individuals through rigorous training in their respective sporting events. Competition does not only focus on winning or losing, the in depth value of achieving a goal for oneself is enough to gain benefits from competition.