When compared to the shoulder, the hip joint has

A. a deeper bony socket and stronger supporting ligaments.
B. a shallower bony socket but stronger supporting ligaments.
C. a shallower bony socket and weaker supporting ligaments.
D. a deeper bony socket but weaker supporting ligaments.


Answer: A

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