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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