In an arm wrestling match, which risk increases significantly when opponents' arm angle acutely exceeds a safe limit?

💡 Explanation

Forces at a joint increase dramatically as angles extend, risking avulsion fracture via traction; muscular tension exceeds intrinsic attachment strength rather than strengthening components, because rapid angular shift strains ligaments, therefore making fracture likely, rather than adaptations or muscle improvement.

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