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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Introduction

Question 3 • 2026-2027 EDGE Human Anatomy and Physiology A

Which term refers to the bones in the toes and fingers?

Answer
A
tarsals
B
humerus
C
phalanges
D
metacarpals

Explanation

The bones in the fingers and toes are called phalanges. Tarsals are bones in the ankle, the humerus is an upper-arm bone, and metacarpals are bones in the palm of the hand. Therefore, the correct choice is phalanges.

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