JAMB Biology 1989 Question 24

Question 24

Support and Movement

Use the figure (bones of the forelimb) to answer: The type of joint at the point labelled 5 is the

Diagram for this question
  1. A.pivot joint
  2. B.gliding joint
  3. C.ball and socket joint
  4. D.hinge joint
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Answer: D (hinge joint)

Explanation

Point 5 is the elbow, a hinge joint that moves in one plane only.