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afford far more power than can be obtained with the 

 snaffle. 



We will now consider how this increased force may be 

 applied in the best possible manner. 



If we examine the under surface of the lower jaw, 

 we will find that the bone at the chin groove (c. Fig. I) 

 is smooth and rounded, while immediately above it, the 

 edges of the branches of the jaw are sharp and sensitive. 

 Hence we may conclude that the curb chain should 

 remain stationary in this chin groove, as it is the only 

 convenient spot on which the chain can press without 



paining the horse. 



FIG. I. 



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