What type of joint is found in the shoulder? (2020)

Practice Questions

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What type of joint is found in the shoulder? (2020)
  1. Hinge joint
  2. Ball and socket joint
  3. Pivot joint
  4. Saddle joint

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What type of joint is found in the shoulder? (2020)
  • Step 1: Identify the shoulder joint in the body.
  • Step 2: Understand that the shoulder joint connects the arm to the body.
  • Step 3: Learn that the shoulder joint is made up of two main bones: the humerus (arm bone) and the scapula (shoulder blade).
  • Step 4: Recognize that the shape of the humerus is round like a ball.
  • Step 5: Notice that the scapula has a socket that fits the ball of the humerus.
  • Step 6: Conclude that because of this ball and socket shape, the shoulder joint can move in many directions.
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