The Skeletal, Muscular, and Nervous Systems

Question 29 • Foundations of Personal Wellness A

Which statement BEST describes the skeletal system?

Answer

The skeletal system is a system of cartilage that supports the body and makes red and white blood cells.

The skeletal system is composed of bones, cartilage, tendons, and the muscles that connect them.

The skeletal system is composed of a rigid structure of bones that support the body and make red and white blood cells.

The skeletal system is composed of a rigid structure of bones that create strong, hard tissues called ligaments.

Explanation

The skeletal system is made mainly of bones, which form a rigid framework that supports the body. Bone marrow produces red blood cells and many white blood cells. Choice C describes these functions; cartilage alone does not make up the skeletal system, and ligaments are connective tissues rather than tissues created by bones.

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