How can ergonomics be used in a home kitchen?

Correct answer: Keeping frequently used items nearby

Direct answer: A, keep frequently used items nearby. Ergonomics means designing a workplace or arrangement to suit the human body, abilities and safe movement. In a kitchen, items used repeatedly should be placed within easy reach. This reduces unnecessary walking, stretching, bending and twisting, so it saves time and lowers fatigue and injury risk. Option A is correct because it improves reach arrangement. Option B is wrong because keeping everything very high causes repeated stretching and may lead to falling objects or strain. Option C is wrong because items on the floor create a tripping hazard and force repeated bending. Option D is wrong because poor lighting makes cutting, reading labels and moving safely more difficult. The step-by-step idea is simple: identify frequent tasks, place their tools at a comfortable height and distance, and leave safe walking space. Memory cue: ergonomics means “easy reach, safe work.”