How do I tie a Prusik knot?

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Prusik knots are useful in emergency situations as they can be used for both climbing up a rope (out of a canyon) or down a rope (rappelling) without someone else providing a fireman's belay.

How would I go about properly tying a Prusik knot?

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Illustration of a prussik knot

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How do I tie a Prusik knot?

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