Which of the following is incorrect pertaining to the bony pelvis?

A) The pelvic girdle is composed of the right and left hip bones and the sacrum.
B) In infants and children the hip bone is composed of three separate bones—the ilium, ischium, and pubis.
C) The ala of the ilium helps to form the acetabulum.
D) The ischial spine separates the greater and lesser sciatic foramina.
E) The pelvic brim separates the greater (false) and lesser (true) pelves.


Ans: C

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