Ethics And Devience In Sport - Gambling In Sport

Question 1

Definen match fixing

Answer 1

Where the competition is already played at a pre-determined result

Question 2

Define spot betting

Answer 2

When a specific aspect of the competition is illegally pore-determined

Question 3

Name 2 reasons why sport is associated with gambling

Answer 3

1. Unpredictable

2. Some people find it more exciting having bet

Question 4

Name 2 reasons why people illegally bet

Answer 4

1. Betting is illegal in some countries

2. Illegal bookmakers usually have better odds

Question 5

Name 3 concerns with illegal betting

Answer 5

1. Undeclared so government loses tax revenue
2. Legal bookmakers loose money
3. Illegal betting syndicates become increasingly involved in match fixing

Question 6

Name 3 risks associated with illegal sports betting

Answer 6

1. No record so bookmakers don’t have to pay winnings
2. Cant go to police if not paid else you’ll get arrested
3. Unregulated so can choose who they allow to bet
4. Ruthless and violent illegal betting syndicates

Question 7

Name 3 consequences of gambling to people

Answer 7

1. Banned for life
2. Fined
3. Inprisoned
4. Dept
5. Bad reputation

Question 8

Name 2 consequences of gabbling to sport

Answer 8

1. Questioning of sporting achievements/results

2. Can add to excitement which leads to more money being invested into the sports