Which of the following descriptions of anatomical position is correct?

A. Prone, facing up, arms at side, palms back
B. Prone, facing down, arms at side, palms forward
C. Standing, facing forward, arms at side, palms forward
D. Supine, facing up, arms at side, palms back


Answer: C

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