#1
Which type of joint allows for the widest range of motion?
Fibrous joint
Cartilaginous joint
Synovial joint
Immovable joint
#2
Which of the following is an example of a fibrous joint?
Elbow joint
Knee joint
Sutures of the skull
Hip joint
#3
Which of the following joints allows for flexion and extension movements only?
Gliding joint
Ball-and-socket joint
Hinge joint
Pivot joint
#4
Which type of joint allows for the least amount of movement?
Fibrous joint
Cartilaginous joint
Synovial joint
Immovable joint
#5
Which of the following is an example of a cartilaginous joint?
Elbow joint
Knee joint
Symphysis pubis
Shoulder joint
#6
What type of joint is the shoulder joint?
Hinge joint
Pivot joint
Ball-and-socket joint
Gliding joint
#7
Which of the following is not a function of synovial fluid in synovial joints?
Provides nutrients to cartilage
Lubricates joint surfaces
Acts as a shock absorber
Stabilizes joint by increasing friction
#8
Which type of joint is found between the atlas and axis vertebrae?
Fibrous joint
Cartilaginous joint
Synovial joint
Suture joint
#9
Which joint is commonly affected by osteoarthritis?
Elbow joint
Hip joint
Sacroiliac joint
Knee joint
#10
What is the function of the menisci in the knee joint?
To provide cushioning and absorb shock
To allow for rotation of the knee
To increase the range of motion
To attach muscles to bones
#11
What is the distinguishing characteristic of a synchondrosis joint?
Presence of synovial fluid
Articulating bones connected by hyaline cartilage
Fibrous tissue holding bones together
Bones united by a solid mass of tissue
#12
In a syndesmosis joint, how are the articulating bones connected?
By synovial fluid
By hyaline cartilage
By fibrous tissue
By a solid mass of tissue
#13
What is the distinguishing characteristic of a syndesmosis joint?
Presence of synovial fluid
Articulating bones connected by hyaline cartilage
Fibrous tissue holding bones together
Bones united by a solid mass of tissue
#14
In a gomphosis joint, what is the structure that connects the bones?
Synovial fluid
Periodontal ligament
Hyaline cartilage
Fibrous tissue