Which of the following statements is false?

A) Five major ligaments help stabilize the shoulder joint.
B) The shapes of the articulating surfaces within the joint help prevent movement in a particular direction and strengthen and stabilize the joint.
C) The tighter two bones are held together within a joint, the stronger the joint.
D) The more movement a joint allows, the stronger the joint.
E) The tension produced by muscle tendons surrounding a joint help stabilize the joint.


Answer: D

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