The joint where the humerus, radius, and ulna articulate is the:
a. wrist.
b. elbow.
c. shoulder.
d. clavicle.
B
The elbow is the site where the humerus, radius, and ulna meet. The wrist is made up of the ra-dius and the carpal bones of the hand. The shoulder is made up of the humerus and scapula. The clavicle connects to the scapula but not to the humerus.
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