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Table 1 Comparison of discrete and cumulative wording versions

From: Surveying the interest of individuals with upper limb loss in novel prosthetic control techniques

Performance Level

Discrete

Cumulative

1

Open and close your hand slowly

Open and close your hand slowly

2

Open and close your hand, and also rotate your wrist

Do all the above AND rotate your wrist

3

Move to any location in your workspace and perform a simple grasp

Do all the above AND move to any location in your workspace and perform a simple grasp

4

Move to any location in your workspace and perform one of several types of grasps, in which you can control the amount of force used

Do all the above AND perform one of several types of grasps, in which you can control the amount of force used

5

Perform fine tasks like writing with a pen or typing

Do all the above AND perform tasks that require fine motor control (such as writing with a pen or typing)

6

Perform fine tasks and have touch sensation in the missing limb

Do all the above AND have touch sensation in the missing limb