Putting ?

But for someone struggling with distance, is it such a bad idea if the first ball is 3' short, to hit another at the same target to see what 3' more feels like?

It's each to their own of course but I would say no. Step up and knock in the 3 footer, after all, you won't get another chance in a medal and how often are you faced with 3 footers?

Twice per hole sometimes!
 
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