Stability & Range of Motion Answers

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Explain the difference between a joint's possible range of motion and its actual range of motion.

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How are balance and stability different concepts?

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Why are men typically less stable on their feet than women?

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How many types of joints are there in the human body?

A
4
B
2
C
12
D
6
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Which of the following BEST describes a body in equilibrium?

A
It is standing upright.
B
All forces acting on a body are balanced.
C
The force of gravity has been overcome.
D
No forces are acting on the body.
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Explain why synovial joints have greater flexibility than fixed and cartilaginous joint.

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How might being too strong actually restrict a joint's range of motion?

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What differentiates extension from hyperextension?

A
Extension bends joints in the opposite direction as hyperextension.
B
Extension straightens a joint, and hyperextension bends it but in the opposite direction from flexion.
C
Hyperextension straightens a joint, and extension bends it in the opposite direction from flexion.
D
Both bend joints, but extension can be damaging.
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Which of the following statements about joints is TRUE?

A
Fixed joints have the greatest range of motion.
B
Most joints are joined by cartilage or connective tissue.
C
They are all very flexible.
D
They occur where two or more bones join.
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The carpal bones in the wrist are an example of __________.

A
hinge joints
B
condyloid joints
C
saddle joints
D
gliding joints

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