Question

which is an effective lifting technique? select the best option.
bend at your knees as you lift the box.
hold the box away from your body.
twist your back when you lift the box.
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Explanation:

• For "Bend at your knees as you lift the box": This is a standard safe lifting technique as it uses leg muscles (stronger than back muscles) to lift, reducing back strain.
• For "Hold the box away from your body": Holding a box away from the body increases the moment arm, putting more stress on the back and making it an ineffective and unsafe technique.
• For "Twist your back when you lift the box": Twisting the back while lifting can cause serious back injuries due to improper force distribution on the spine. So the correct option is the one about bending at the knees.

Answer:

A. Bend at your knees as you lift the box.