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Stability & Range of Motion — Unit test

Question 80 • High School Physical Education Morris 2026

The carpal bones in the wrist are an example of __________.

Answer
A
hinge joints
B
condyloid joints
C
saddle joints
D
gliding joints

Explanation

The joints between most carpal bones allow small sliding movements, so they are classified as gliding joints. The best answer is D, gliding joints. The wrist joint where the forearm meets the hand is condyloid, but that is different from the joints between the carpal bones.

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