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What is the definition of Base of Support?
What is the definition of Base of Support?
- The perimeter of the contact area between the body and its support surface (correct)
- The vertical projection of the center of mass to the ground
- A wide stance, such as is seen with many elderly individuals
- Tandem stance or walking
What is the location of the Center of Gravity in the anatomical position?
What is the location of the Center of Gravity in the anatomical position?
- Slightly anterior to the second sacral vertebra (correct)
- Slightly posterior to the second sacral vertebra
- Slightly inferior to the second sacral vertebra
- Slightly superior to the second sacral vertebra
How does the Base of Support affect postural stability?
How does the Base of Support affect postural stability?
- A wide BOS increases stability
- A narrow BOS increases stability
- A wide BOS reduces stability (correct)
- A narrow BOS reduces stability
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