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A physical therapist has a patient perform a core strengthening exercise using a therapeutic ball as shown in the image. The therapist instructs the patient to alternately lift each foot from the floor (i.e., marching). After observing the patient attempt the exercise the therapist determines that the activity is too difficult for the patient. Which observation would BEST support the therapist's conclusion?1.The patient is unable to maintain the spine in a neutral position2.The patient is unable to lift each foot more than three inches off of the floor3.The patient has increased difficulty lifting the right foot compared to the left4.The patient experiences rapid fatigue when completing a set of 10 repetitions
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