What does the term 'heptathlon' refer to?

A type of relay race

A combined event for women consisting of 7 events

A throwing competition

A long-distance race

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B. A combined event for women consisting of 7 events

Heptathlon refers to a women's combined event consisting of 7 different athletic events.

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