Question

In basketball, how many points is a free throw worth?

A.

1

B.

2

C.

3

D.

4​

Answer 1

In basketball, a free throw is worth one point.

Explanation:

• In the game of basketball, a free throw refers to an attempt to score points by trying to shoot the ball into the hoop from behind the free throw line.
• The free throw line is a line situated at the end of the restricted area on a basketball court.
• A free throw is also known as a foul shot and can also mean a penalty shot awarded when a team makes a foul. It is worth one point.