Office Ergonomics Exam Questions &
Answers (Grade A+)
What three factors do you need to make sure are consistent with
ergonomic principles in order to avoid CTDs? -
correct answer ✅Your workspace, work posture, and work
techniques
What type of condition does repeated stress on muscles, joints,
tendons, and delicate nerve tissues cause? -
correct answer ✅Cumulative trauma disorder (CTD)
Ergonomics is the applied science of designing environments so
what can happen? -
correct answer ✅People and the things they use can interact most
efficiently and safely
In what area of your back are you most likely to feel pain that
results from sitting in one position for too long without adequate
back support or with poor posture? -
correct answer ✅Lumbar area
Why does working in an uncomfortably cold office increase your
risk of developing a CTD in your shoulder, arm, wrist, or hand? -
correct answer ✅Because it will cause blood flow to shift from
your extremities to your core
Answers (Grade A+)
What three factors do you need to make sure are consistent with
ergonomic principles in order to avoid CTDs? -
correct answer ✅Your workspace, work posture, and work
techniques
What type of condition does repeated stress on muscles, joints,
tendons, and delicate nerve tissues cause? -
correct answer ✅Cumulative trauma disorder (CTD)
Ergonomics is the applied science of designing environments so
what can happen? -
correct answer ✅People and the things they use can interact most
efficiently and safely
In what area of your back are you most likely to feel pain that
results from sitting in one position for too long without adequate
back support or with poor posture? -
correct answer ✅Lumbar area
Why does working in an uncomfortably cold office increase your
risk of developing a CTD in your shoulder, arm, wrist, or hand? -
correct answer ✅Because it will cause blood flow to shift from
your extremities to your core
