Which is the BEST rationale behind requiring work breaks at regular intervals that involve changing physical, or body, positioning?
a. Humor is needed to relieve tension.
b. Accidents can be prevented better.
c. Variability in alertness is related to circadian rhythms.
d. Muscles can become contracted if body position is not altered.
C
Circadian rhythm is a biorhythm that determines human response to the environment, specifically, it refers to attention span in relation to the presence or absence of daylight. Breaks at work are essential for the physical body to revive itself and for the mind to return to full alertness. In addition, movement that allows the body to stretch to full ranges of motion is a daily requirement for maintenance.
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