In the human body, what is the fulcrum in a lever system?

A) The fulcrum is the effort generated by muscle contractions.
B) The fulcrum is the joint at which movement occurs.
C) The fulcrum is the weight of the body part being moved.
D) The fulcrum is the angle of the movement.


Answer: B

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