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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Bones of the Appendicular Skeleton

Question 12 • GA-Essentials of Healthcare

The primary function of the appendicular skeleton is

Answer
A
to permit childbirth.
B
to support the internal organs.
C
to protect the brain and spinal cord.
D
to provide the structure for movement.

Explanation

The appendicular skeleton includes the bones of the arms and legs, along with the shoulder and pelvic girdles that attach them to the body. Its primary function is to provide the structure for movement; protecting the brain and spinal cord is mainly the axial skeleton’s role.

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