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which type of joint allows rotation of one bone around another like whe…

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which type of joint allows rotation of one bone around another like when rotating the head? a. pivot b. hinge c. condyloid d. saddle

Explanation:

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Pivot joints allow one - bone to rotate around another. The joint that enables head - rotation is a pivot joint. Hinge joints allow movement like a door hinge (flexion and extension), condyloid joints allow for movement in two planes, and saddle joints have a saddle - like shape and allow movement in multiple directions but not pure rotation like a pivot joint.

Answer:

A. pivot