Question

question 23

articulations permitting only slight degrees of movement are ______.

a amphiarthroses

b synarthroses

c synovial joints

d diarthroses

Explanation:

Define functional joint classifications

Using the Joint Classification knowledge point
Joints are classified functionally based on the degree of movement they permit:

• Synarthroses: Immovable joints.
• Amphiarthroses: Slightly movable joints.
• Diarthroses: Freely movable joints.

Analyze the question criteria

The question asks for articulations permitting only "slight degrees of movement."

Match with the correct term

Using the Joint Classification and Synarthroses knowledge points

• amphiarthroses matches the definition of slightly movable joints.
• synarthroses represents immovable joints.
• diarthroses (and most synovial joints) represent freely movable joints.

Answer:

• (A) amphiarthroses (Correct answer)
• (B) synarthroses
• (C) synovial joints
• (D) diarthroses