2. If the hook end of a tape measure is slightly loose, what should you do? a. Using a small hammer, carefully pound the attaching rivets enough to tighten them and prevent movement. b. Nothing; the hook end should be slightly loose. c. Replace the entire tape measure. d. Return the tape measure to the manufac- turer for repair.

## Step 1<br />This problem is about the correct way to handle a tape measure that has a slightly loose hook end. The hook end of a tape measure is the part that is attached to the tape and is usually slightly loose to allow for easy removal and reattachment.<br />## Step 2<br />Option a suggests using a small hammer to pound the attaching rivets enough to tighten them and prevent movement. This could potentially damage the tape measure and is not the recommended method.<br />## Step 3<br />Option b suggests that nothing should be done as the hook end should be slightly loose. This is the correct answer as the hook end of a tape measure is designed to be slightly loose to allow for easy removal and reattachment.<br />## Step 4<br />Option c suggests replacing the entire tape measure. This is not necessary as the hook end is not a critical part of the tape measure and does not affect its accuracy.<br />## Step 5<br />Option d suggests returning the tape measure to the manufacturer for repair. This is not necessary as the hook end is not a critical part of the tape measure and does not affect its accuracy.