Where is the penalty measured from if it occurs after a dead ball foul at the end of a period?

When a penalty occurs after a dead ball foul at the end of a period, it is essential to recognize that the enforcement of the penalty is applied differently than during regular play. The penalty is measured from the succeeding spot, which is where the next play will occur. This spot is determined based on the last play of the period.

If the foul occurs at the end of the period, and the next play is to occur from the beginning of the new period, the succeeding spot reflects this transition. However, in certain situations like a try (after a touchdown), the enforcement could be different, but for the majority of cases after dead ball fouls at the period’s end, using the succeeding spot serves to facilitate the flow of the game and maintain fairness in play.

This method also helps to prevent potential confusion about where to administer the penalty, streamlining the process as teams transition between periods. The other choices do not accurately reflect the enforcement of penalties in this context; therefore, the succeeding spot is the correct reference point for measuring a penalty resulting from a dead ball foul at the end of a period.