Scientists find 'perfect way to pull a cracker'

Scientists have come up with a formula for “the perfect Christmas cracker pull”.

Scientists have come up with a formula for “the perfect Christmas cracker pull”.

According to research organisation QinetiQ, the best snap is produced by keeping a firm, two-handed grip to prevent the cracker being torn at your end.

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