How must a CCP descend from a rock wall?

• A. By walking
• B. By jumping
• C. By sliding
• D. By crawling

Answer: (A)

Descending a rock wall safely comes down to staying in contact with the wall and moving with control. Descending by walking lets you use footholds and handholds step by step, feel your weight transfer at each move, and keep your balance as you reach the next hold. This steady, deliberate motion reduces the chance of slips or sudden losses of grip, which is why it’s the recommended method for CCPs. Jumping creates a lot of vertical force that can throw you off balance or miss a foothold; crawling keeps your body low but makes it harder to see secure holds and maintain stable movement; sliding is uncontrolled and can cause you to scrape skin or misstep. So walking down is the safest, most controllable way to descend.