Which directional term means farther away from the point of attachment to the body?
A) superficial
B) distal
C) supine
D) proximal
B
Explanation: Distal means farther away from the point of attachment to the body. Superficial means more toward the surface of the body. Supine means lying face upward. Proximal means closer to the point of attachment to the body.
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