Which option shows ergonomic balance between work and rest?

Correct answer: Short planned breaks between long work

Direct answer: A, take short planned breaks between long periods of work. Ergonomic work is not only about furniture and posture; it also includes organising time so the body can recover. During a long task, brief planned pauses allow muscles and eyes to relax, reduce fatigue and help maintain attention. Option A is correct because it balances work with recovery while allowing the task to continue. Option B is wrong because uninterrupted work can increase tiredness, stiffness and errors. Option C is wrong because removing rest completely ignores the body’s need for recovery. Option D is wrong because only resting and doing no work is not a balance between work and rest. The reasoning is: work for a suitable period, pause briefly, change position or relax, then resume safely. Breaks should be sensible and should not replace all responsibility. Memory cue: “short planned pauses prevent long-lasting strain.”