In which year did Taekwondo become a full-medal Olympic sport?

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Multiple Choice

In which year did Taekwondo become a full-medal Olympic sport?

Explanation:
Taekwondo first appeared at the Olympics as a demonstration sport, where competitions were held but medals didn’t count toward the official medal tally, in 1988 (Seoul) and again in 1992 (Barcelona). It wasn’t until Sydney in 2000 that taekwondo was included as an official Olympic sport with medals awarded to the top competitors. That first official medal status is what makes 2000 the correct year. After 2000, taekwondo has continued as part of the Olympic program in subsequent Games.

Taekwondo first appeared at the Olympics as a demonstration sport, where competitions were held but medals didn’t count toward the official medal tally, in 1988 (Seoul) and again in 1992 (Barcelona). It wasn’t until Sydney in 2000 that taekwondo was included as an official Olympic sport with medals awarded to the top competitors. That first official medal status is what makes 2000 the correct year. After 2000, taekwondo has continued as part of the Olympic program in subsequent Games.

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