A person's fall risk is influenced in part by their unique lifestyle and behaviors. Failing to modify behaviors to account for new or increasing difficulties is a serious, yet common, contributing factor for falls in older individuals. For example, laundry is a normal daily activity for many people, but it can involve a great deal of exertion for some older people, especially if they must carry a heavy laundry basket throughout their home. Which of the following behaviors could decrease the risk of falling while carrying a heavy laundry basket? wearing secure, non-skid footwear, e.g., no house slippers or flip flops cutting the load in half, e.g., reducing the weight of the basket, and avoiding stairs while holding the basket regardless of its weight making sure walkways are clear, e.g., no electrical cords, throw rugs or other trip hazards in the path to be traveled. all of the above