Asked in KMU MDCAT 2023 (retake) 2023Moderate

Hip joint and shoulder joint are examples of:

Correct answer: D. Ball and socket joint

  • A. Cartilaginous joints
  • B. Synovial joint
  • C. Hinge joint
  • D. Ball and socket joint

Explanation

Hip and shoulder joints are examples of ball and socket joints, while ball and socket joints and hinge joints are examples of synovial joints.

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