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      Question

      In cricket, ________ is called by the umpire when the

      bowler doesn’t deliver the ball within reach of the batter. 
      A wide Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B dead ball Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C no ball Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D yorker Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      In cricket, a "wide" is called by the umpire when the bowler delivers a ball that is out of the batter’s reach, and therefore, it cannot be considered a fair delivery. The batter cannot reasonably play a shot at such a ball, and an extra run is awarded to the batting team.

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