How is the total score calculated in a powerlifting competition?

Sum of the best lifts in each category

Average of all lifts

Only the highest lift counts

Total weight lifted in a single lift

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A. Sum of the best lifts in each category

Solution:

The total score in powerlifting is calculated as the sum of the best lifts in the squat, bench press, and deadlift, allowing competitors to rank based on their strongest performances across these categories.

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