If a fault is called, what sequence should follow according to regulation?

• A. Whistle, Award the Point, Signal the Nature of the Fault
• B. Whistle, Signal the Fault, Award the Point
• C. Signal the Fault, Whistle, Award the Point
• D. Award the Point, Whistle, Signal the Fault

Answer: (A)

The action sequence tested is how the referee handles a fault call to keep the rally clear and the score accurate. First, the whistle stops play immediately. Then the official awards the point to the team entitled to it, finalizing the outcome of the rally. After the point is determined, the referee signals the nature of the fault so everyone understands what just happened. This order prevents confusion about who won the rally before the fault details are communicated and ensures the score is updated promptly before describing the fault. Other sequences would either delay the point award or interrupt the signaling of the fault in a way that can confuse players and spectators.