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Why are shoulder bags designed with broad straps rather than thin ones?
ATo increase the area of contact and reduce the pressure on the shoulder
BTo make the bag look stylish
CTo increase the friction with the shoulder
DTo reduce the weight of the bag
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. To increase the area of contact and reduce the pressure on the shoulder
Pressure = Force / Area. The weight of the bag is the same regardless of strap width, but a broader strap spreads this weight over a larger area on the shoulder, lowering the pressure and making the bag more comfortable to carry.
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