Principle of Disengagement: Lever requires which action?

• A. Move in opposite directions.
• B. Use momentum and movement.
• C. Limit range of motion.
• D. Hold and stabilize.

Answer: (B)

Disengagement works by creating space through motion. The lever concept means using your body's movement to pivot away from the hold, rather than trying to stay rigid or simply brace. Momentum provides the energy needed to break the grip and slip out, giving you room to shift and step away to safety. If you try to hold still or limit your movement, the other person’s grip stays strong and the escape becomes much harder. Holding and stabilizing keeps you connected longer, and limiting range of motion can trap you in the hold. While any coordinated action can help, the essential element is applying momentum and movement to break contact and move away.