Types and the motions they allow
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Test yourself first: 5 questions
Question 1 of 5
A ball-and-socket joint, such as the shoulder, allows:
Answer: B. Ball-and-socket joints (shoulder, hip) permit rotation and movement in many directions.
Question 2 of 5
Peristalsis refers to:
Answer: A. Peristalsis is mechanical movement, not chemical digestion. It is why swallowing works even when lying down.
Question 3 of 5
Dietary fiber, found in fruits and vegetables, mainly helps with:
Answer: B. Fiber adds bulk and aids digestion and regular bowel movements.
Question 4 of 5
The largest part of the human brain, responsible for thinking and voluntary movement, is the:
Answer: B. The cerebrum is the largest brain region, handling higher functions like thought and voluntary movement.
Question 5 of 5
The skeletal and muscular systems work together to allow:
Answer: B. Muscles pull on bones at joints to produce movement.
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