In a team event that advances to Round 2, who is eligible to compete?

The eligibility criteria for competitors in Round 2 of a team event typically specify that only the individuals who participated in Round 1 are able to compete again. This is important for maintaining continuity and fairness in competition, as those who were directly involved in Round 1 have already demonstrated their skills and team dynamics necessary for the upcoming challenges in Round 2. It allows the team to build on the initial performance while also providing a level of accountability for the members who partake in the earlier rounds.

To clarify why the other choices are not suitable: all registered members may include individuals who did not contribute to the efforts in Round 1, which could disrupt the team’s synergy and performance continuity. The top scorers could potentially exclude valuable team members whose contributions were crucial even if they didn’t score the highest. Finally, alternate members selected by the team might not be familiar with the specific group dynamics and strategies that were established during Round 1, which is crucial for a seamless transition into subsequent rounds.