Question

lo 3.6. posteriorly, the head of the rib articulates with the ______ ______ located on the bodies of thoracic vertebrae and the rib tubercle articulates with the facet located on the vertebral transverse process

acromioclavicular joints

vertebral notches

sternoclavicular joints

sacral foramina

costal facets

Explanation:

The head of the rib posteriorly articulates with costal facets on the bodies of thoracic vertebrae. Acromioclavicular joints are between the acromion of the scapula and the clavicle. Vertebral notches are related to formation of intervertebral foramina. Sternoclavicular joints are between the sternum and clavicle. Sacral foramina are in the sacrum.

Answer:

E. costal facets