Which joint is formed when the ulnar head articulates with the ulnar notch on the radius?

distal radioulnar joint
radiocarpal joint
proximal radioulnar joint
ulnoradial joint


distal radioulnar joint

Rationale: Articulation of the ulnar head and the ulnar notch of the radius forms the distal radioulnar joint. The radius rotates around the stationary ulna at the distal and proximal radioulnar joints.

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