The hip joint:
A) exhibits complete contact between the head of the femur and acetabulum during normal standing.
B) is strongly supported by the ligament of the head of the femur.
C) is supported anteriorly and superiorly by the iliofemoral ligament, which prevents hyperextension.
D) is supported posteriorly by the pubofemoral ligament, which prevents over-abduction.
E) can be rotated more strongly medially than laterally.
Ans: C
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