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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Unit Test

Question 1 • 2026-2027 EDGE Human Anatomy and Physiology A

Which of the following statements describes a person in anatomical position?

Answer
A
standing with palms facing the sides
B
standing with arms raised over the head
C
standing with feet parallel and palms facing forward
D
standing with feet spread wide and hands behind the back

Explanation

In anatomical position, a person stands upright facing forward, with the arms at the sides and palms facing forward. The feet point forward and are parallel. Therefore, “standing with feet parallel and palms facing forward” is correct; palms facing the sides does not match the standard position.

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