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What is the primary purpose of the freestyle stroke in swimming?

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Increase speed

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Improve lung capacity

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Strengthen arm muscles

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Enhance endurance

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Answer

A. Increase speed

Solution:

The primary purpose of the freestyle stroke is to increase speed as it is the fastest swimming stroke, allowing swimmers to cover distances quickly. While it also offers benefits for lung capacity and endurance, its main focus is on speed.

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