Movement away from the midline of the body is called:

A) adduction.
B) flexion.
C) abduction.
D) circumduction.


C) abduction.

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A. Insist that Alex stop drinking B. Apologize for Alex's behavior C. Call Alex's parents D. Leave the dance without Alex E. Drive Alex home

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What will be an ideal response?

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