A person maintains balance as long as the line of gravity passes through which item?
1. The base of support
2. The center of gravity
3. The center of gravity and base of support
4. The moving body part
Correct Answer: 3
Balance is a state of equilibrium in which opposing forces counteract each other, requiring the line of gravity to pass through the center of gravity and the base of support. Balance is the result of proper body alignment.
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