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Ergonomics: definition, need and benefits

In Class 11 Home Science, this topic introduces ergonomics as the study of designing work, tools, furniture and surroundings to suit people’s physical needs and abilities. Students explore why correct posture, suitable work height, proper lighting, safe movement and efficient use of equipment matter in homes and workplaces. The topic explains how ergonomic practices reduce fatigue, strain and the risk of injury while improving comfort, productivity and quality of work. Linked to Work, Livelihood and Career, it helps learners evaluate everyday tasks and suggest practical improvements for healthier, safer working conditions.

Medium · Level 1 · 25 questions

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01Why is ergonomics most needed at the workplace?

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02Adjusting chair height according to a person's table and body is an example of what?

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03Which problem can occur due to sitting in a wrong posture for a long time?

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04Which is a major benefit of ergonomics?

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05Why is it useful to keep the computer screen nearly in front of the eyes?

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06Keeping frequently used items within easy reach in a kitchen is linked with which principle?

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07Which problem can increase due to poor lighting at the workplace?

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08Why are human body abilities and limitations studied in ergonomics?

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09Why are short breaks useful during long work in the same position?

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10What effect can occur from working at a table of wrong height?

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11Why is bending the knees considered better while lifting a heavy object from below?

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12Why can absenteeism reduce when ergonomics is applied at the workplace?

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13How can ergonomics be seen in household work?

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14Ergonomics is not related only to what?

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15What problem may occur if the seat of a sewing machine is too low?

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16Why should the size of a tool match a person's hand in ergonomics?

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17Which feature should a good ergonomic workplace have?

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18Which problem can ergonomics reduce in repeated hand work?

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19How is keeping pathways clear linked with ergonomics and safety at work?

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20What is the goal of ergonomics regarding work?

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21If there is too much noise at the workplace, what problem may occur from an ergonomic view?

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22In which situation is the need for ergonomic improvement clearly visible?

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23Why is correct body posture important in ergonomics?

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24Why is user feedback taken in ergonomic design?

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25Why is a work surface of suitable height necessary while working standing?

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