Which of the following cartilaginous joints functions primarily in protection and shock absorption of the spinal column?

A) costochondral joint B) epiphyseal plate C) intervertebral disc D) pubic symphysis


Answer: C

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In which region is the stomach located?

A) Label A B) Label B C) Label C D) Label D E) Label E F) Label F

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Which of these combinations represents a convergent pathway in the nervous system?

A) One presynaptic neuron synapses with four postsynaptic neurons. B) One presynaptic neuron synapses with one postsynaptic neuron. C) Three presynaptic neurons synapse with one postsynaptic neuron. D) An afferent neuron synapses with an association neuron. E) Collateral axons from a presynaptic neuron synapse with several postsynaptic neurons.

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