Q: Which formula correctly represents the total number of phalanges in one human hand?

$$2 \times 1 + 3 \times 4 = 14$$

Question 1

Which of the following correctly describes the function of the pectoral girdle?

Accepted Answer

It provides a moveable yet stable support for the upper extremities.

Question 2

The scapula is characterized by three borders. Which of the following is NOT one of them?

Accepted Answer

Inferior border

Question 3

A patient presents with a fracture at the acromial end of the clavicle. Which joint is most likely to be affected?

Accepted Answer

Acromioclavicular joint

Question 4

Which feature of the scapula serves as the attachment site for the arm and articulates with the humerus?

Accepted Answer

Glenoid cavity

Question 5

If a muscle attaches to the infraglenoid tubercle of the scapula, which muscle is it most likely to be?

Accepted Answer

Triceps brachii (long head)

Question 6

Which bone is NOT part of the pelvic girdle?

Accepted Answer

Sacrum

Question 7

A forensic anthropologist is examining a pelvis. Which feature would most reliably indicate a female pelvis?

Accepted Answer

Wide pelvic inlet and broader subpubic angle

Question 8

Which of the following correctly matches the bone to its location in the appendicular skeleton?

Accepted Answer

Lunate – hand

Question 9

A patient has difficulty flexing their forearm at the elbow. Which bone is most likely involved in the injury?

Accepted Answer

Radius

Question 10

Which formula correctly represents the total number of phalanges in one human hand?

Accepted Answer

$$2 	imes 1 + 3 	imes 4 = 14$$

Question 11

Which bone forms the heel of the foot?

Accepted Answer

Calcaneus

Question 12

A soccer player suffers a direct blow to the lateral side of the knee. Which bone is most likely to be fractured?

Accepted Answer

Fibula

Question 13

Which of the following is a distinguishing feature of the humerus at its distal end?

Accepted Answer

Medial and lateral epicondyles

Question 14

Which equation best represents the total number of bones in the appendicular skeleton, given the following: 2 pectoral girdles, 2 pelvic girdles, 60 upper extremity bones, and 60 lower extremity bones?

Accepted Answer

$$2 + 2 + 60 + 60 = 124$$

Question 15

Which of the following statements about the clavicle is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

The acromial (lateral) end articulates with the acromion of the scapula.

Question 16

Which surface feature of the scapula is found on the anterior aspect and serves as a muscle attachment site?

Accepted Answer

Subscapular fossa

Question 17

A patient has a fracture of the metacarpal bone at the base of the thumb. Which metacarpal is affected?

Accepted Answer

First metacarpal

Question 18

Which of the following tarsal bones is located most medially in the foot?

Accepted Answer

Medial cuneiform

Question 19

Which anatomical feature separates the condyles on the posterior side of the femur?

Accepted Answer

Intercondylar fossa

Question 20

A patient presents with pain at the attachment site of the patellar ligament. Which anatomical structure is most likely involved?

Accepted Answer

Tibial tuberosity

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