Which part of each cuff is inside the cuff where the teeth click on?

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Multiple Choice

Which part of each cuff is inside the cuff where the teeth click on?

Explanation:
Inside a cuff’s locking mechanism, the teeth on the ratchet are engaged by a small lever called the pawl. The pawl sits within the cuff and drops into the teeth to lock the cuff in place; as the mechanism settles, you hear that characteristic click when the pawl seats on a tooth. The other parts have different roles: the cheek plate is part of the outer housing, the swivel is the rotating joint between cuffs, and the double lock is a separate feature that prevents further tightening.

Inside a cuff’s locking mechanism, the teeth on the ratchet are engaged by a small lever called the pawl. The pawl sits within the cuff and drops into the teeth to lock the cuff in place; as the mechanism settles, you hear that characteristic click when the pawl seats on a tooth. The other parts have different roles: the cheek plate is part of the outer housing, the swivel is the rotating joint between cuffs, and the double lock is a separate feature that prevents further tightening.

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