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Pubic symphysis and inter vertebral disc are the exmaple of:

Correct answer: C. Cartilaginous joints

  • A. Fibrous joints
  • B. Synovial joints
  • C. Cartilaginous joints
  • D. Gliding joints

Explanation

Both pubic symphysis and intervertebral discs are types of cartilaginous joints.

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