Complete dislocation of the knee is rare because

A) the knee is protected by the patella.
B) the femur articulates with the tibia at the knee.
C) the knee contains seven major ligaments.
D) the knee contains fat pads to absorb shocks.
E) the knee is extremely resilient.


C

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