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What ranking system did Kanō introduce in martial arts?

  • Dan ranking

  • Grade levels

  • Skill stages

  • Class tiers

Answer

Dan ranking, introduced by Kanō Jigorō, is a grading system used in martial arts to indicate a practitioner's level of skill and experience. The system consists of a series of numbered ranks, with each higher rank representing a greater level of proficiency.
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