Cross-Country Skiing, an Olympic Sport

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Cross-country skiing is a sport that has been contested at the Winter Olympic Games since the inaugural games in 19241. It involves racing over long distances on skis, using different techniques to move forward. The sport tests the endurance of athletes as they race over varying terrain and weather conditions.

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  1. What is the maximum number of athletes allowed on the course at one time in an Olympic cross-country skiing event?
  2. What is the maximum number of poles a skier can use in an Olympic cross-country skiing event?
  3. What is the maximum number of times a skier can change skis during an Olympic cross-country skiing event?

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