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Prep Time
•Used to set up arguments
•Usually 15 to 20 min
•Dry Prep- no coach help
•Wet prep– coach allowed to help.
•Few allow internet
•Most allow only a dictionary
Debate Time
The standard time limits for an NPDA debate are:
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First Proposition Speaker: 7 minutes
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First Opposition Speaker: 8 minutes
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Second Proposition Speaker: 8 minutes
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Second Opposition Speaker: 8 minutes
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Opposition Rebuttal: 4 minutes
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Proposition Rebuttal: 5 minutes
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