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Human Anatomy, 6/e
Kent Van De Graaff, Weber State University

Skeletal System: The Appendicular Skeleton

Feedback True or False Quiz

Please answer all questions. The numbers at the end of each question refer to the textbook page where the question topic is discussed.



1

The scapula serves as an attachment site for a number of muscles. (173)
A)True
B)False
2

The humerus is the longest bone in the body. (184)
A)True
B)False
3

The brachium is the region of the forearm within the upper extremity. (177)
A)True
B)False
4

Both the scapula and the ulna have a coracoid process. (177)
A)True
B)False
5

The radius is the bone of the antebrachium that is located on the same side as the thumb. (177)
A)True
B)False
6

The heads of the metacarpal bones form the knuckles of a clenched fist. (178)
A)True
B)False
7

There are three bones in each digit of the hand. (178)
A)True
B)False
8

The hand consists of 8 carpal bones, 5 metacarpal bones, and 14 phalanges. (178)
A)True
B)False
9

The ilium is the largest of the pelvic bones. (181)
A)True
B)False
10

The sciatic nerve and the femoral vessels pass through the large obturator foramen of the os coxa. (183)
A)True
B)False
11

The patella articulates with the femur, tibia, and fibula at the knee joint. (185)
A)True
B)False
12

Each metatarsal bone has a proximal base, a body, and distal head. (186)
A)True
B)False
13

The head of the first metatarsal bone forms the ball of the foot. (186)
A)True
B)False
14

The foot has both a longitudinal and a transverse arch. (188)
A)True
B)False
15

Hyaline cartilage is gradually replaced by bone in the process of intramembranous ossification. (192)
A)True
B)False
16

The development of the appendicular skeleton is initiated with the appearance of four small limb buds in the embryo. (192)
A)True
B)False
17

Tearing off a finger is known as avulsion. (190)
A)True
B)False
18

Talipes is a developmental disorder that may be the result of both genetics and environmental conditions. (189)
A)True
B)False
19

The primary function of the pectoral girdle is to provide attachment for the numerous muscles that move the brachium and forearm. (173)
A)True
B)False
20

The surgical neck of the humerus is a frequent site of fractures. (176)
A)True
B)False
21

The ulna and radius are the same length. (177)
A)True
B)False
22

The condyloid process of the ulna articulates with the condyloid fossa of the humerus. (177)
A)True
B)False
23

There are 8 tarsal bones in the foot. (185)
A)True
B)False
24

The pelvic girdle functions primarily in muscle attachment. (180)
A)True
B)False
25

The greater pelvis is the expanded portion of the pelvis, superior to the pelvic brim. (180)
A)True
B)False
26

The obturator foramen in the male pelvis is oval, whereas in females it is triangular. (183)
A)True
B)False
27

The linea aspera is a roughened ridge positioned vertically on the posterior aspect of the femur. (184)
A)True
B)False
28

In pes planus, the ligaments and tendons in the arch of the foot weaken. (188)
A)True
B)False