HMS, TIP EQ-Bank 374 MC

A cyclist competing in wet conditions decides to take corners slower than usual. This strategic adjustment demonstrates which principle of environmental adaptation?

Ignoring weather conditions to maintain competitive advantage
Modifying tactics to prevent injury and maintain performance safety
Increasing speed to compensate for difficult road conditions
Using equipment changes rather than tactical modifications

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\(B\)

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B is correct: Tactical modifications for safety prevent injury while maintaining performance, which is essential environmental adaptation.

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A is incorrect: Ignoring dangerous conditions increases injury risk rather than demonstrating smart strategic adaptation.
C is incorrect: Increasing speed in wet conditions would create greater danger and reduce performance safety.
D is incorrect: The scenario describes tactical speed changes rather than equipment modifications for conditions.